US Bridges

88th ST SE over US 2

Good

Snohomish County, Washington · 3.3 E JCT SR 9 · Structure no. 0012149A0000000

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,656
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

88th ST SE over US 2 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 88th ST SE over US 2 in Snohomish County, Washington. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 8,656 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,642 by 2036. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries88th ST SE
CrossesUS 2
Location3.3 E JCT SR 9
RouteCounty Highway 2
Coordinates47.91561, -122.0722
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 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 rating80 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,656 (2012)
Projected traffic13,642 by 2036
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 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)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 88th ST SE over US 2 built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is 88th ST SE over US 2 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does 88th ST SE over US 2 carry?

About 8,656 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 88th ST SE over US 2?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns 88th ST SE over US 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.