US Bridges

US 2 over Goose Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Washington · 14.1 E Grant CO · Structure no. 0001574A0000000

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,715
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Goose Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 2 over Goose Creek in Lincoln County, Washington. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 3,715 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,715 by 2039. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesGoose Creek
Location14.1 E Grant CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.75772, -118.70064
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,715 (2023)
Projected traffic3,715 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Goose Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Goose Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 over Goose Creek carry?

About 3,715 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Goose Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.