State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue
PoorSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-237-2.99-SUNV · Structure no. 37 0179
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 183 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 68,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 68,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 100,264 by 2041. The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long and 89 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue carry?
About 68,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue?
The structure is 183 ft (55.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.5 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 237 over Mathilda Avenue?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.