Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · Near Saratoga Ave · Structure no. 37C0296
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,220
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 4,220 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,432 by 2045. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Scotland DR over Saratoga 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek carry?
About 4,220 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Scotland DR over Saratoga Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.