US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr
PoorLincoln County, Montana · 2M NW Troy · Structure no. P00001011+05871
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 942 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,104
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr is a steel continuous truss - deck carrying US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 83 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,104 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,209 by 2043. The structure is 942 ft (287.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| 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 Kootenai River-Rr built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr carry?
About 2,104 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr?
The structure is 942 ft (287.1 m) long with a longest span of 264 ft (80.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Kootenai River-Rr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.