US Bridges

US 2 over Dry Wash

Good

Douglas County, Washington · 0.8 E JCT US 97 Alt · Structure no. 0009683C0000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,899
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Dry Wash is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Dry Wash in Douglas 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 12,899 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,062 by 2039. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesDry Wash
Location0.8 E JCT US 97 Alt
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.47027, -120.3081
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,899 (2023)
Projected traffic16,062 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$4.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Dry Wash built?

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

What condition is US 2 over Dry Wash 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Dry Wash carry?

About 12,899 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Dry Wash?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Dry Wash?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.