US Bridges

US 2 over Bn RR

Good

Chelan County, Washington · 0.2 E JCT US 97 Alt · Structure no. 0009683A0000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,918
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Bn RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Bn RR in Chelan County, Washington. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 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 11,918 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,227 by 2039. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesBn RR
Location0.2 E JCT US 97 Alt
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.47189, -120.3215
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width102 ft (31.2 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,918 (2023)
Projected traffic14,227 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Bn RR built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Bn RR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 over Bn RR carry?

About 11,918 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Bn RR?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Bn RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.