US Highway 2 over Freshwater Coulee
GoodGrand Forks County, North Dakota · 7 West of Grand Forks · Structure no. 0002348946 L
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 2 over Freshwater Coulee is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying US Highway 2 over Freshwater Coulee in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2039. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 2 over Freshwater Coulee built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 2 over Freshwater 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 Freshwater Coulee carry?
About 5,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 2 over Freshwater Coulee?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 2 over Freshwater Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.