Norfolk County Bridge Report Card
Norfolk County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Norfolk County, Virginia
Norfolk County has 198 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 Norfolk County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 198 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 | 46 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 6,847,911 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 | 46 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Norfolk County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Is 64 over Lake Taylor | High traffic | Fair | 173,834 | 1966 |
| Is 264 over Route 403 Newtown Road | High traffic | Fair | 119,618 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over US 460 Brambleton AVE | High traffic | Fair | 116,791 | 1968 |
| Is 264 over Claiborne AVE | High traffic | Fair | 116,791 | 1972 |
| Is 64 Wbl over SR 165 Kempsville Road | High traffic | Fair | 83,388 | 1967 |
| Is 64 Wbl over US 58 Va Beach BLVD | High traffic | Fair | 83,388 | 1968 |
| Is 64 Wbl over Is 264 Wbl | High traffic | Fair | 83,388 | 1968 |
| Is 64 Wbl over Is 264 Ebl | High traffic | Fair | 83,388 | 1968 |
| Is 64 Wbl over Curlew DR & Light Rail | High traffic | Fair | 83,388 | 1968 |
| Is 264 Ebl over Route 165 Kempsville RD | High traffic | Fair | 76,241 | 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.