U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-42.25-SCL · Structure no. 37 0041
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 134,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 64 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 134,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 218,610 by 2045. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 166 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek carry?
About 134,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over San Tomas Aquino Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.