US Bridges

US 2 over Tye River

Good

King County, Washington · 14.6 E Snohomish CO · Structure no. 0015050C0000000

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,641
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Tye River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Tye River 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 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 5,641 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,517 by 2039. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesTye River
Location14.6 E Snohomish CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.71758, -121.22497
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating62.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span138 ft (42.1 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,641 (2023)
Projected traffic7,517 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$4.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Tye River built?

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

What condition is US 2 over Tye River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 over Tye River carry?

About 5,641 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Tye River?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 138 ft (42.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Tye River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.