US Bridges

US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 14.7 E JCT SR 206 · Structure no. 0012563A0000000

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,743
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 10,743 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,026 by 2039. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesW Branch Little Spokane
Location14.7 E JCT SR 206
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.99708, -117.34972
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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,743 (2023)
Projected traffic13,026 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 km)
TollToll bridge
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)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane 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 W Branch Little Spokane carry?

About 10,743 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over W Branch Little Spokane?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.