State Route 85 over Stevens Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-085-R22.95-MVW · Structure no. 37 0197
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 115,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 85 over Stevens Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 85 over Stevens Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1998, 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 115,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 142,535 by 2044. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 151 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 85 over Stevens Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is State Route 85 over Stevens 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 85 over Stevens Creek carry?
About 115,000 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is State Route 85 over Stevens Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 151 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 85 over Stevens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.