Benton ST over Calabazas Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · 0.1 MI E Lawrence Express · Structure no. 37C0243
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,750
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Benton ST over Calabazas Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Benton ST over Calabazas Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1982, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 9,750 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,932 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Benton ST over Calabazas Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is Benton ST over Calabazas 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Benton ST over Calabazas Creek carry?
About 9,750 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Benton ST over Calabazas Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.
Who owns Benton ST over Calabazas Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.