U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-36.69-SJS · Structure no. 37 0039
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 85 years old, older 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 150,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 169,241 by 2045. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 147 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek carry?
About 150,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 147 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Coyote Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.