State Route 43 over Kings River
GoodKings County, California · 06-KIN-043-26.40 · Structure no. 45 0063
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 124 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,200
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 43 over Kings River is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 43 over Kings River in Kings County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 71 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 10,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,116 by 2042. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 43 over Kings River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is State Route 43 over Kings River 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 43 over Kings River carry?
About 10,200 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is State Route 43 over Kings River?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 43 over Kings River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.