US Bridges

US 2 over Little Deep Creek

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 2.4 E JCT SR 206 · Structure no. 085839000000000

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,335
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Little Deep Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 2 over Little Deep Creek in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,335 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,671 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesLittle Deep Creek
Location2.4 E JCT SR 206
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates47.82125, -117.34694
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,335 (2023)
Projected traffic14,671 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$798,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Little Deep Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Little Deep Creek 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 2 over Little Deep Creek carry?

About 11,335 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Little Deep Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns US 2 over Little Deep Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.