US 2 over Ball Club River
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 3.7 MI W of JCT TH 46 · Structure no. 5761
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,039
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Ball Club River is a concrete culvert carrying US 2 over Ball Club River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 3,039 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Ball Club River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Ball Club 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 2 over Ball Club River carry?
About 3,039 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Ball Club River?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 2 over Ball Club River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.