US Bridges

US 2 over Geiger Blvd

Fair

Spokane County, Washington · 16.0 E Lincoln CO · Structure no. 0007317C0000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
167 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,369
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Geiger Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Geiger Blvd in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 21,369 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,941 by 2039. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesGeiger Blvd
Location16.0 E Lincoln CO
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.63778, -117.49
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,369 (2023)
Projected traffic25,941 by 2039
Trucks5%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Geiger Blvd built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Geiger Blvd 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Geiger Blvd carry?

About 21,369 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Geiger Blvd?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Geiger Blvd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.