Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 0.5 MI S/W of US 101 · Structure no. 37C0042
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 257 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 42,680
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1969, 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 42,680 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,024 by 2043. The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long and 134 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek carry?
About 42,680 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek?
The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 134 ft wide.
Who owns Capitol Expwy over Coyote Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.