U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel Creek
GoodSan Mateo County, California · 04-SM-101-10.25-SM · Structure no. 35 0141
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 195,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel Creek in San Mateo County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 71 years old, older 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 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 166 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel 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 Laurel Creek carry?
About 195,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Laurel Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.