US 2 over Wenatchee River
PoorChelan County, Washington · 1.3 E JCT US 97 · Structure no. 0001212A0000000
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 353 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,705
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Wenatchee River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying US 2 over Wenatchee River in Chelan County, Washington. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 8,705 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,758 by 2039. The structure is 353 ft (107.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 2 over Wenatchee River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Wenatchee River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does US 2 over Wenatchee River carry?
About 8,705 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Wenatchee River?
The structure is 353 ft (107.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Wenatchee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.