Benton ST over Saratoga Creek
GoodSanta Clara County, California · W of San Tomas Expwy · Structure no. 37C0242
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Benton ST over Saratoga Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Benton ST over Saratoga Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,793 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Benton ST over Saratoga Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Benton ST 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Benton ST over Saratoga Creek carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Benton ST over Saratoga Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns Benton ST over Saratoga Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.