Vance County Bridge Report Card
Vance County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Vance County, North Carolina
Vance County has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.6% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,940 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Vance County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 76 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,940 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 | 6.6% | 13.2 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.2 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 43 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 359,710 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 | 6.6% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 43 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,940 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Vance County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us1n.byp over Csx Railroad | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,250 | 1955 |
| Sr1317 over Nutbush Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,100 | 1993 |
| Sr1551 over Buffalo Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 900 | 1962 |
| Sr1501 over Fishing Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 600 | 1950 |
| Sr1125 over Little Ruin Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 90 | 1953 |
| I-85 over Nutbush Creek | High traffic | Fair | 33,000 | 1970 |
| Sr1162 over I85 | High traffic | Fair | 22,500 | 1970 |
| I85n over Us158w.ramp | High traffic | Good | 21,000 | 2016 |
| I85n over Us158 Byp | High traffic | Fair | 19,250 | 1969 |
| I85s over Us158 Byp. | High traffic | Fair | 19,250 | 1969 |
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.