US Bridges

2150 N over Big Lost River

FairPosted for load

Butte County, Idaho · 3.5 S. 0.9 E. Arco · Structure no. 000000000031440

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

2150 N over Big Lost River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 2150 N over Big Lost River in Butte County, Idaho. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 95 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries2150 N
CrossesBig Lost River
Location3.5 S. 0.9 E. Arco
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIdaho
Coordinates43.58789, -113.28033
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating17.9 US tons
Inventory rating12.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2023)
Projected traffic45 by 2042
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$430,000 (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2150 N over Big Lost River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is 2150 N over Big Lost River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does 2150 N over Big Lost River carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is 2150 N over Big Lost River?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns 2150 N over Big Lost River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.