Washington County Bridge Report Card
Washington County scores 95 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washington County, North Carolina
Washington County has 59 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.7% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,500 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washington County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 95/100 (A). The county has 59 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 3,500 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 | 1.7% | 3.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 2.5% of measured traffic | 1.9 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 36 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 137,331 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 | 1.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 36 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 3,500 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washington County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc32 Nc37 Nc94 over Albemarle Sound | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,500 | 1990 |
| Us64e over Conaby Creek | High traffic | Fair | 19,500 | 1949 |
| Us64 Ebl. over Sr1310 | High traffic | Good | 5,900 | 2004 |
| Us64 Wbl over Sr1126 Main Canal | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 2001 |
| Us64e. over Sr1126 Main Canal | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 2004 |
| Us64 Ebl over Sr1125 | High traffic | Good | 5,500 | 2005 |
| Nc32 over Canal | High traffic | Fair | 4,200 | 1970 |
| Us64 over Trib. Old Mill Creek | High traffic | Good | 3,700 | 2004 |
| Nc45 Nc308 over Conaby Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,300 | 1967 |
| Us64 over Kendrick Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,100 | 1960 |
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.