US 2 over Swan River
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI E of Warba · Structure no. 31028
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Swan River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Swan River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, 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 5 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,950 by 2039. The structure is 78 ft (23.7 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Swan River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Swan 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 2 over Swan River carry?
About 3,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Swan River?
The structure is 78 ft (23.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Swan River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.