US Bridges

US 2 over Little Spokane River

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 7.9 E JCT SR 206 · Structure no. 0013812B0000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,458
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Little Spokane River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Little Spokane River in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7,458 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,186 by 2039. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesLittle Spokane River
Location7.9 E JCT SR 206
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.89155, -117.35325
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,458 (2023)
Projected traffic9,186 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Little Spokane River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Little Spokane River 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 Little Spokane River carry?

About 7,458 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Little Spokane River?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Little Spokane River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.