US 2 over Wenatchee River
FairChelan County, Washington · 1.7 E JCT US 97 · Structure no. 0003236A0000000
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 356 ft
- 7 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 tee beam carrying US 2 over Wenatchee River in Chelan County, Washington. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 8,705 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,758 by 2039. The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long and 39 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Wenatchee River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Wenatchee 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 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 356 ft (108.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Wenatchee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.