Newport News County Bridge Report Card
Newport News County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Newport News County, Virginia
Newport News County has 65 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Newport News County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 65 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 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 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 40 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 971,490 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 | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 40 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Newport News County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Avenue over Is 64 | High traffic | Good | 73,739 | 2000 |
| Is 664 N Appr over Terminal AVE & Boat Harb | High traffic | Fair | 69,530 | 1990 |
| Oyster Point Road over I-64 | High traffic | Fair | 47,378 | 1990 |
| Jefferson Ave. over Government Ditch | High traffic | Fair | 38,150 | 1966 |
| Fort Eustis BLVD over Csx Rr And Private RD | High traffic | Good | 36,169 | 2015 |
| Fort Eustis Blvd. over N.n. Resevoir | High traffic | Good | 36,169 | 2022 |
| Warwick Blvd. over Lucas Creek | High traffic | Good | 35,720 | 1981 |
| Is 664 Nbl S Appr over James River | High traffic | Fair | 34,964 | 1990 |
| Oyster Point Road over Csx Railway | High traffic | Fair | 33,340 | 1981 |
| Jefferson Ave. over Trib. Stoney Run | High traffic | Good | 33,180 | 1997 |
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.