Yadkin County Bridge Report Card
Yadkin County scores 77 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Yadkin County, North Carolina
Yadkin County has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 17 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 10.1% is above the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 20,530 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Yadkin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 77/100 (C). The county has 169 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 17 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 20,530 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 | 10.1% | 20.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 3.8% of measured traffic | 2.8 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 39 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 543,860 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 | 10.1% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 39 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 20,530 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Yadkin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Us601 over North Deep Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,900 | 1960 |
| Sr1605 over Yadkin River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,200 | 1953 |
| Us21bus over I-77 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,100 | 1964 |
| Sr1509 over Forbush Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,700 | 1980 |
| Sr1334 over Cranberry Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 690 | 1940 |
| Sr1571 over Logan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 670 | 1987 |
| Sr1529 over Ut To Yadkin River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 650 | 1986 |
| Sr1580 over Logan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1968 |
| Sr1581 over Ut To Logan Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 550 | 1972 |
| Sr1718 over Roby Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 450 | 1967 |
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.