NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-4.20 · Structure no. 37 0008R
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 94 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,313 by 2046. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 39 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek carry?
About 26,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns NB US Highway 101 over Carnadero Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.