Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 0.25 MI N Sa Tomas Expwy · Structure no. 37C0184R
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,160
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 36,160 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,008 by 2040. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 70 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek carry?
About 36,160 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Central Expwy EB over San Tomas Aquino Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.