Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-52.17-PA · Structure no. 37 0150
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 297 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23,850
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 23,850 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,039 by 2042. The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long and 66 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 Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps 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 2024.
How much traffic does Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps carry?
About 23,850 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps?
The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Embarcadero Road over U.S. Highway 101 & Ramps?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.