IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River
FairTulare County, California · At Agency · Structure no. 00000000000J180
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 299 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,250 by 2041. The structure is 299 ft (91 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 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 IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River?
The structure is 299 ft (91 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 235 over South Fork Tule River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.