State Route 9 over Los Gatos Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-009-11.30-LGTS · Structure no. 37 0138
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 9 over Los Gatos Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 9 over Los Gatos Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 69 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,003 by 2041. The structure is 130 ft (39.7 m) long and 83 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 9 over Los Gatos Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is State Route 9 over Los Gatos 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 9 over Los Gatos Creek carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is State Route 9 over Los Gatos Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.7 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 9 over Los Gatos Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.