Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek
GoodSanta Clara County, California · Near English DR · Structure no. 37C0192
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,000
- 2004 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,685 by 2044. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek carry?
About 26,000 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Prospect Road over Saratoga Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.