US 2 over Mississippi River
FairBeltrami County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI NW of S JCT TH 71 · Structure no. 04013
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 186 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,007
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Mississippi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Mississippi River in Beltrami County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 46 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 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.
It carries about 5,007 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,200 by 2042. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is US 2 over Mississippi 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 2 over Mississippi River carry?
About 5,007 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.