State Route 198 over Kings River
FairKings County, California · 06-KIN-198-5.71 · Structure no. 45 0057L
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 198 over Kings River is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 198 over Kings River in Kings County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,248 by 2045. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 198 over Kings River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 198 over Kings River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 198 over Kings River carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is State Route 198 over Kings River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 198 over Kings River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.