West Saint John over Guadalupe River
GoodSanta Clara County, California · Btwn Autumn ST & River ST · Structure no. 37C0742
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 131 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,140
- 1977 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Saint John over Guadalupe River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying West Saint John over Guadalupe River in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 2,140 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,544 by 2041. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 60 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Saint John over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Saint John over Guadalupe River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does West Saint John over Guadalupe River carry?
About 2,140 vehicles per day (1977 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is West Saint John over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns West Saint John over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.