Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel
PoorSanta Clara County, California · 0.2 MI E Crossman Ave · Structure no. 37C0362R
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,906
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel is a concrete continuous slab carrying Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,906 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,802 by 2046. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 42 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel carry?
About 7,906 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Caribbean DR over Sunnyvale East Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.