State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads
FairSanta Clara County, California · 04-SCL-087-5.67-SJS · Structure no. 37 0308
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,018 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 99,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 99,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95,235 by 2046. The structure is 1,018 ft (310.2 m) long and 125 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads carry?
About 99,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads?
The structure is 1,018 ft (310.2 m) long with a longest span of 156 ft (47.5 m) and a deck 125 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 87 over Guadalupe River & Roads?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.