US Bridges

Alma ST over University Ave

Fair

Santa Clara County, California · At University Ave · Structure no. 37C0005

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
81 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
22,000
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alma ST over University Ave is a concrete continuous slab carrying Alma ST over University Ave in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,790 by 2046. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAlma ST
CrossesUniversity Ave
LocationAt University Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountySanta Clara County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates37.44333, -122.16406
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length81 ft (24.7 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.4 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,000 (2016)
Projected traffic24,790 by 2046
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Alma ST over University Ave built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alma ST over University Ave 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Alma ST over University Ave carry?

About 22,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Alma ST over University Ave?

The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns Alma ST over University Ave?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.