US Bridges

State Route 152 over Holstein Creek

Fair

Santa Clara County, California · 04-SCL-152-R19.32 · Structure no. 37 0028

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33,500
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 152 over Holstein Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 152 over Holstein Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 6 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 33,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,720 by 2046. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesState Route 152
CrossesHolstein Creek
Location04-SCL-152-R19.32
RouteState Highway 152
CountySanta Clara County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.97281, -121.42485
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,500 (2009)
Projected traffic60,720 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 152 over Holstein Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 152 over Holstein Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 152 over Holstein Creek carry?

About 33,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is State Route 152 over Holstein Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 152 over Holstein Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.