State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-085-R18.35-SUNV · Structure no. 37 0230
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 118 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 121,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 121,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 172,974 by 2044. The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 S85-S280 Connector built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector carry?
About 121,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector?
The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 85 over S85-S280 Connector?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.