State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02)
FairSan Benito County, California · 05-SBT-156-0.01 · Structure no. 43 0031E
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 326 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02) in San Benito County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,426 by 2042. The structure is 326 ft (99.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02) built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02) 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02) carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02)?
The structure is 326 ft (99.3 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (20.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 156 over US HWY 101 (@pm 3.02)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.