US Bridges

US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic

Fair

King County, Washington · 18.5 E Snohomish CO · Structure no. 0013565A0000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
366 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,590
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic in King County, Washington. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,590 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,318 by 2039. The structure is 366 ft (111.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 2
CrossesBn RR (gn) Scenic
Location18.5 E Snohomish CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
CountyKing County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.71239, -121.15033
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length366 ft (111.6 m)
Longest span134 ft (40.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,590 (2023)
Projected traffic7,318 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$8.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic carry?

About 5,590 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic?

The structure is 366 ft (111.6 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Bn RR (gn) Scenic?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.