Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-52.01-PA · Structure no. 37 0149
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 307 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101 in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 43,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,444 by 2042. The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long and 49 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101 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 2024.
How much traffic does Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101 carry?
About 43,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101?
The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Oregon Expressway over U.S. Highway 101?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.