US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River
GoodGrand Forks County, North Dakota · 2 East of Nd 18 · Structure no. 0002332327 R
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,035
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the North Dakota average of 48.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,035 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,035 by 2039. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River carry?
About 2,035 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 2 over N. Branch Turtle River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.