US Bridges

US 2 over Douglas CR

Poor

Douglas County, Washington · 14.1 E JCT US 97 · Structure no. 0009740A0000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
83 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
773
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Douglas CR is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 2 over Douglas CR 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 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 773 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,144 by 2039. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesDouglas CR
Location14.1 E JCT US 97
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.62074, -120.0039
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length83 ft (25.3 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic773 (2023)
Projected traffic1,144 by 2039
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$1.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Douglas CR built?

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

What condition is US 2 over Douglas CR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Douglas CR carry?

About 773 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Douglas CR?

The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Douglas CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.