US Bridges

US 2 WB over S-E Ramp

Fair

Snohomish County, Washington · JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0008085B0000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,383
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 WB over S-E Ramp is a concrete slab carrying US 2 WB over S-E Ramp in Snohomish County, Washington. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 6 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 9,383 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,341 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 2 WB
CrossesS-E Ramp
LocationJCT I-5
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.98076, -122.18787
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,383 (2023)
Projected traffic17,341 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$776,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 WB over S-E Ramp built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 WB over S-E Ramp 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 WB over S-E Ramp carry?

About 9,383 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 2 WB over S-E Ramp?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 WB over S-E Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.