Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek
FairSanta Clara County, California · Woodland & Palo Alto Av · Structure no. 37C0759
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek in Santa Clara County, California. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,529 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chaucer ST 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns Chaucer ST over San Francisquito Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.