State Route 236 over Boulder Creek
GoodSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-236-1.03 · Structure no. 36 0010
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 236 over Boulder Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying State Route 236 over Boulder Creek in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,754 by 2042. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 236 over Boulder Creek built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 236 over Boulder Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 236 over Boulder Creek carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 236 over Boulder Creek?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 236 over Boulder Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.