US Bridges

W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector

Fair

San Mateo County, California · 04-SM-380-T4.71 · Structure no. 35 0063F

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
111 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
47,500
2005 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector in San Mateo County, California. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 47,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,617 by 2042. The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesW380-N280 Connectr
CrossesN280 On-Ramp Collector
Location04-SM-380-T4.71
RouteInterstate 380
Coordinates37.62926, -122.43241
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating86.8 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length111 ft (33.8 m)
Longest span109 ft (33.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,500 (2005)
Projected traffic55,617 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector carry?

About 47,500 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector?

The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns W380-N280 Connectr over N280 On-Ramp Collector?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.