SR 43 over SR 198
GoodKings County, California · 06-KIN-043-18.22 · Structure no. 45 0080
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 211 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,590
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over SR 198 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 43 over SR 198 in Kings County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 8,590 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,249 by 2042. The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 SR 43 over SR 198 built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 over SR 198 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 SR 43 over SR 198 carry?
About 8,590 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over SR 198?
The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SR 43 over SR 198?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.