State Route 156 over San Benito River
GoodSan Benito County, California · 05-SBT-156-R8.45 · Structure no. 43 0044
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 797 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,600
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 156 over San Benito River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 156 over San Benito River in San Benito County, California. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 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 17,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 24,599 by 2042. The structure is 797 ft (243 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 156 over San Benito River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 156 over San Benito 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 156 over San Benito River carry?
About 17,600 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 156 over San Benito River?
The structure is 797 ft (243 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 156 over San Benito River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.