U.S. Highway 101 over Silver Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-36.37-SJS · Structure no. 37 0097
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 63 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 174,000
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Silver Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Silver Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 68 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 6 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 174,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 305,093 by 2043. The structure is 63 ft (19.3 m) long and 156 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Silver 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 Silver Creek carry?
About 174,000 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 156 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.