Northampton County Bridge Report Card
Northampton County scores 76 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Northampton County, Virginia
Northampton County has 12 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 8.3% is above the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,424 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Northampton County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 76/100 (C). The county has 12 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 5,424 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 | 8.3% | 16.7 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.7% of measured traffic | 7.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 44 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 55,994 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 | 8.3% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 44 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 5,424 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Northampton County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 5,424 | 1964 |
| Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - N. Channel | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1964 |
| Route 13 Sbl over Fisherman Inlet | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1964 |
| Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle D | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1964 |
| Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle C | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1964 |
| Route 13 Sbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1998 |
| Route 13 Sbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle C | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1998 |
| Route 13 Sbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle D | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1998 |
| Route 13 Nbl over Fisherman Inlet | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1998 |
| Route 13 Sbl over Ches. Bay - N. Channel | High traffic | Good | 5,424 | 1999 |
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.