State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-237-R4.16-SUNV · Structure no. 37 0004
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 58 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 68,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 59 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 68,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 100,264 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel 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 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel carry?
About 68,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel?
The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 237 over Sunnyvale East Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.