US 2 over Dry Falls Dam
GoodGrant County, Washington · 2.1 E Douglas CO · Structure no. 002000640000000
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 116 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,910
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
US 2 over Dry Falls Dam is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Dry Falls Dam in Grant County, Washington. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,910 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,513 by 2039. The structure is 116 ft (35.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Dry Falls Dam built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Dry Falls Dam 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 2 over Dry Falls Dam carry?
About 1,910 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Dry Falls Dam?
The structure is 116 ft (35.3 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Dry Falls Dam?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation.