US Highway 2 over Red River of the North
FairGrand Forks County, North Dakota · East of US 81 · Structure no. 0002358090
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,261 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 2 over Red River of the North is a steel truss - thru carrying US Highway 2 over Red River of the North in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 62 years old, older than the North Dakota average of 48.2 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 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,500 by 2039. The structure is 1,261 ft (384.4 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Red River of the North built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is US Highway 2 over Red River of the North 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 2 over Red River of the North carry?
About 21,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 2 over Red River of the North?
The structure is 1,261 ft (384.4 m) long with a longest span of 275 ft (83.8 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 2 over Red River of the North?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.