US 2 over Red Lake River
FairPolk County, Minnesota · In Crookston · Structure no. 60003
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 307 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,760
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Red Lake River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Red Lake River in Polk County, Minnesota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 4,760 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2041. The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Red Lake River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Red Lake 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 2 over Red Lake River carry?
About 4,760 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Red Lake River?
The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Red Lake River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.