Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-101-41.07-SCL · Structure no. 37 0170
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2001 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101 in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,686 by 2047. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lafayette ST (nb) 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 2025.
How much traffic does Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101 carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Lafayette ST (nb) over U.S. Highway 101?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.