US Bridges

US 2 over 87th Ave SE

Good

Snohomish County, Washington · 1.9 E JCT SR 204 · Structure no. 0011298A0000000

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
136 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,681
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over 87th Ave SE is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over 87th Ave SE in Snohomish County, Washington. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 26,681 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,713 by 2039. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 2
Crosses87th Ave SE
Location1.9 E JCT SR 204
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.95463, -122.1147
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating58 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,681 (2023)
Projected traffic35,713 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$3.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over 87th Ave SE built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over 87th Ave SE 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over 87th Ave SE carry?

About 26,681 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over 87th Ave SE?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over 87th Ave SE?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.