Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · East of Alpine Road · Structure no. 37C0346
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 221 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,605 by 2040. The structure is 221 ft (67.5 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek?
The structure is 221 ft (67.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Junipero Serra Bld over San Francisquito Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.