State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive
GoodSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-017-1.38 · Structure no. 36 0079R
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,500
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 32,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,891 by 2044. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive 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 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive carry?
About 32,500 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 17 NB over LA Madrona Drive?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.