US 2 over Prairie River
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 2.8 MI E of Grand Rapids · Structure no. 31032
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 223 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Prairie River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Prairie River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2039. The structure is 223 ft (68 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Prairie River built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Prairie 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 Prairie River carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Prairie River?
The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Prairie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.