San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave
FairSanta Clara County, California · Winchester Blvd · Structure no. 37C0083S
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 547 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,448 by 2042. The structure is 547 ft (166.6 m) long and 26 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 | 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave?
The structure is 547 ft (166.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (20.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns San Tomas Expwy over UP RR Dell Ave?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.