Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 0.5 MI E Lawrence Expwy · Structure no. 37C0324
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,750
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 138 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Central Expressway over Calabazas 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek carry?
About 1,750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 138 ft wide.
Who owns Central Expressway over Calabazas Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.