US 2 over ST Louis River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 5.7 MI W of JCT TH 33 · Structure no. 69121
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 848 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over ST Louis River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over ST Louis River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2039. The structure is 848 ft (258.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over ST Louis River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over ST Louis 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 2 over ST Louis River carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over ST Louis River?
The structure is 848 ft (258.4 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over ST Louis River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.