IRR BIA RTE 248 over South Fork Tule River
FairTulare County, California · 7 KM NE of Agency · Structure no. 00000000000J190
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 248 over South Fork Tule River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying IRR BIA RTE 248 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 30 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 248 over South Fork Tule River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 248 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 248 over South Fork Tule River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 248 over South Fork Tule River?
The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 248 over South Fork Tule River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.