US Bridges

US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 0.5 E Lincoln CO · Structure no. 0003168B0000000

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,178
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing is a concrete tee beam carrying US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 7,178 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,496 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 2
CrossesN Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing
Location0.5 E Lincoln CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
CountySpokane County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.65342, -117.81049
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.9 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,178 (2023)
Projected traffic8,496 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$608,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing carry?

About 7,178 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over N Fk Deep CR Lower X-Ing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.