Virginia Beach County Bridge Report Card
Virginia Beach County scores 97 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Virginia Beach County, Virginia
Virginia Beach County has 119 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 2 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 1.7% is at or below the 3.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,126 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Virginia Beach County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 97/100 (A). The county has 119 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 2 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 6,126 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 | 1.7% | 3.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.2% of measured traffic | 0.1 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 42 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 3,472,691 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 | 1.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 3.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 42 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 6,126 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Virginia Beach County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,116 | 1975 |
| Inlet Road over Inlet Of Lynnhaven River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 10 | 1982 |
| Is 264 over Abandoned Ns Rr | High traffic | Fair | 209,171 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Trib E Br Elizabeth Rvr | High traffic | Fair | 209,171 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Sr190 Witchduck Road | High traffic | Fair | 182,279 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Trib Thalia Creek | High traffic | Fair | 182,279 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Independence BLVD | High traffic | Fair | 139,621 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Thalia Creek | High traffic | Good | 139,621 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Rosemont Road | High traffic | Fair | 132,581 | 1967 |
| Is 264 over Plaza Trail | High traffic | Fair | 132,581 | 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.