Surry County Bridge Report Card
Surry County scores 96 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Surry County, Virginia
Surry County has 32 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 Surry County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 96/100 (A). The county has 32 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 | 57 years vs 48 nationally | 3.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 30,657 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 | 57 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Surry County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Stage Highway over Lawnes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 6,700 | 1999 |
| Colonial Trail E over Lower Chippokes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,689 | 1932 |
| Scotland Ferry over James River | High traffic | Fair | 1,972 | 1991 |
| Hog Island Road over Plant Discharge Canal | High traffic | Fair | 1,836 | 1969 |
| James River Drive over Mill Run | High traffic | Fair | 1,731 | 1920 |
| Colonial Trail W over Trib Chippokes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,731 | 1932 |
| James River Drive over Upper Chippokes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,731 | 1932 |
| Rolfe Highway over Blackwater River | High traffic | Fair | 1,713 | 1958 |
| Rolfe Highway over Cypress Swamp | High traffic | Fair | 1,501 | 1969 |
| Lawnes Drive over Lawnes Creek | High traffic | Fair | 1,398 | 1975 |
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.