US Bridges

US 2 over Wenatchee River

Good

Chelan County, Washington · 15.7 E JCT SR 207 · Structure no. 0014065A0000000

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
364 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,142
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Wenatchee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Wenatchee River in Chelan County, Washington. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 15,142 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,503 by 2039. The structure is 364 ft (110.9 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesWenatchee River
Location15.7 E JCT SR 207
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.59856, -120.65139
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 length364 ft (110.9 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,142 (2023)
Projected traffic18,503 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Wenatchee River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Wenatchee River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 over Wenatchee River carry?

About 15,142 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Wenatchee River?

The structure is 364 ft (110.9 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Wenatchee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.