State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-237-8.72-SJS · Structure no. 37 0084L
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 194 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 62,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 79,895 by 2046. The structure is 194 ft (59.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is State Route 237 WB over Coyote 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek carry?
About 62,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek?
The structure is 194 ft (59.2 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 237 WB over Coyote Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.