Apply by Aug. 3: North Carolina Private Road and Bridge Program

The North Carolina Private Road and Bridge Program (NC-PRB) can assist property owners across western North Carolina with damages from Helene. The program:

• Prioritizes repairs to private roads/bridges that are the sole access for emergency services to residential properties occupied by the property owner for over six months of the calendar year.
• Prioritizes repairs to roads/bridges providing access to multiple residential homes, recreation or commercial facilities.

How to Get Started

If you have a private road, culvert, pipe, or bridge that was damaged or destroyed following Tropical Storm Helene and you are located in Buncombe County, please fill out the NC-PRB Interest Form by August 3, 2025.

You can apply for this program, even if you have applied for FEMA individual assistance. 

If you have not done so, fill out the Buncombe County Property Damage Form.

Need Assistance?

If you need assistance with the form or have general questions about the NC Private Roads and Bridges Program, please contact ncemprb@ncdps.gov or call 1-844-746-2326.

If you are a disaster survivor who needs resources, assistance, or guidance, please contact the NC Disaster Case Management Program at 1-844-746-2326 or visit www.ncdps.gov/helene/dcm.