Robeson County Bridge Report Card
Robeson County scores 98 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Robeson County, North Carolina
Robeson County has 287 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.7% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 14,100 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Robeson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 98/100 (A). The county has 287 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 14,100 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 0.7% | 1.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.8% of measured traffic | 0.6 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 35 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 1,787,710 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 0.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 35 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 14,100 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Robeson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc41 Nc72(closed) over Lumber River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 13,500 | 1934 |
| Sr2204 over Jacob Swamp Watershed | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1979 |
| I95 Sr1791 Sr1792 over Fivemile Branch | High traffic | Fair | 60,500 | 1952 |
| I95 over Tenmile Swamp Creek | High traffic | Fair | 52,000 | 2017 |
| I95s over Big Marsh Swamp | High traffic | Fair | 44,000 | 1959 |
| I95nbl over Nc20 | High traffic | Fair | 43,500 | 1959 |
| I95s over Nc20 | High traffic | Fair | 43,500 | 1959 |
| I95 over Buckhorn Swamp | High traffic | Fair | 43,000 | 1960 |
| I-95 over Horse Pen Branch | High traffic | Good | 43,000 | 2024 |
| I95 over Ashpole Swamp | High traffic | Fair | 41,500 | 1973 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.