US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50
FairBeltrami County, Minnesota · 1.6 MI E of S JCT TH 71 · Structure no. 04017
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 372 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,850
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50 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 2,850 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,850 by 2039. The structure is 372 ft (113.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50 built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50 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 Bnsf; Csah 50 carry?
About 2,850 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50?
The structure is 372 ft (113.5 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Bnsf; Csah 50?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.