State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-009-3.60 · Structure no. 37 0073
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1934
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,450
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1934, so it is 101 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 2,450 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,762 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1934.
What condition is State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk carry?
About 2,450 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 9 over West Branch Saratoga Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.