State Route 1 NB over State Route 17
PoorSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-001-17.02-SCR · Structure no. 36 0069R
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 220 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 NB over State Route 17 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 1 NB over State Route 17 in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,846 by 2045. The structure is 220 ft (67.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 1 NB over State Route 17 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 1 NB over State Route 17 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 1 NB over State Route 17 carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 1 NB over State Route 17?
The structure is 220 ft (67.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 NB over State Route 17?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.