Virginia ST over Guadalupe River
FairSanta Clara County, California · Near HWY 87 · Structure no. 37C0266
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 95 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2009 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Virginia ST over Guadalupe River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Virginia ST over Guadalupe River in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,635 by 2043. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 60 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Virginia ST over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Virginia ST over Guadalupe River 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 Virginia ST over Guadalupe River carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Virginia ST over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Virginia ST over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.