State Route 85 over State Route 237
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-085-R22.13-MVW · Structure no. 37 0198
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 310 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 115,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 85 over State Route 237 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 85 over State Route 237 in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 6 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 143,965 by 2046. The structure is 310 ft (94.6 m) long and 142 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 85 over State Route 237 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is State Route 85 over State Route 237 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 State Route 237 carry?
About 115,000 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is State Route 85 over State Route 237?
The structure is 310 ft (94.6 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 142 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 85 over State Route 237?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.