Gold ST over Guadalupe River
FairSanta Clara County, California · 0.4 MI N SH 237 · Structure no. 37C0027
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 302 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,460
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gold ST over Guadalupe River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Gold ST over Guadalupe River in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 61 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 4,460 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,973 by 2042. The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Gold ST over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Gold ST over Guadalupe River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Gold ST over Guadalupe River carry?
About 4,460 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Gold ST over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Gold ST over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.