US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee
GoodGrand Forks County, North Dakota · 8 West of I-29 · Structure no. 0002347861 L
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,540
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 6,540 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,502 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee carry?
About 6,540 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 2 over Saltwater Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.