Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol)
GoodSanta Clara County, California · Near Almaden RD · Structure no. 37C0044
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 129 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 56,050
- 2009 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol) in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 56,050 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,221 by 2043. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol) built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol) 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 2023.
How much traffic does Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol) carry?
About 56,050 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol)?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.
Who owns Capitol EXPWY(G21) over Guadalupe Riv (capitol)?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.