State Route 85 over Caltrain UP RR Central
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-085-R22.63-MVW · Structure no. 37 0207
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 436 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 115,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 85 over Caltrain UP RR Central is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 85 over Caltrain UP RR Central 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 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 436 ft (133 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Caltrain UP RR Central 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 Caltrain UP RR Central 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 Caltrain UP RR Central carry?
About 115,000 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is State Route 85 over Caltrain UP RR Central?
The structure is 436 ft (133 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 85 over Caltrain UP RR Central?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.