State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek
FairSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-236-2.39 · Structure no. 36 0008
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,754 by 2042. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 236 over High Bridge 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 236 over High Bridge Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.