U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-39.29-SJS · Structure no. 37 0116
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 214 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 144,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 66 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 144,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 197,057 by 2045. The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long and 162 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt 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 North 1st ST & Vta Lrt carry?
About 144,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt?
The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 162 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over North 1st ST & Vta Lrt?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.