U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-47.01-MVW · Structure no. 37 0072
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 195 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 155,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 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 155,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 225,730 by 2046. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 138 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt 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 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt carry?
About 155,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt?
The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 138 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Ellis Street & Vta Lrt?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.