US Highway 2 over Mouse River
FairWard County, North Dakota · 1 N.E. of U.S. 2 & 52 JCT · Structure no. 0002149663 R
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,150
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 2 over Mouse River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US Highway 2 over Mouse River in Ward County, North Dakota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 4,150 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,600 by 2039. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 2 over Mouse River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 2 over Mouse River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 2 over Mouse River carry?
About 4,150 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 2 over Mouse River?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 2 over Mouse River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.