San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek
FairSanta Cruz County, California · 4.6 MI N Soquel DR · Structure no. 36C0012
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2040. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns San Jose RD over W Bra Soquel Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.