US Bridges

US 2 over Creek

Fair

King County, Washington · 13.3 E Snohomish CO · Structure no. 0015050A0000000

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
98 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,692
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,692 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,540 by 2039. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesCreek
Location13.3 E Snohomish CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.71603, -121.25258
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating61.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,692 (2023)
Projected traffic7,540 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Creek carry?

About 5,692 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Creek?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.