US Bridges

US 2 over Np RY

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 4.0 E Lincoln CO · Structure no. 0002365A0000000

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
122 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,064
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Np RY is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 2 over Np RY in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 87 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 7,064 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,454 by 2039. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesNp RY
Location4.0 E Lincoln CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.6435, -117.73919
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.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.7 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length122 ft (37.2 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,064 (2023)
Projected traffic8,454 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Np RY built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US 2 over Np RY 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Np RY carry?

About 7,064 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Np RY?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Np RY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.