Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY
GoodSanta Clara County, California · 0.3 MI NE Snell Ave · Structure no. 37C0721
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 308 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,338
- 1998 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 59 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 43,338 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,566 by 2044. The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY carry?
About 43,338 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY?
The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.
Who owns Capitol Expressway over Monterey HWY?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.