U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek
GoodSan Mateo County, California · 04-SM-101-7.66-SCAR · Structure no. 35 0056
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 195,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek in San Mateo County, California. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 195,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 257,837 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas 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 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek carry?
About 195,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Pulgas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.