State Route 198 over Johnson Slough
FairTulare County, California · 06-TUL-198-R16.36 · Structure no. 46 0023
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 198 over Johnson Slough is a concrete culvert carrying State Route 198 over Johnson Slough in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,575 by 2047. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 198 over Johnson Slough built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 198 over Johnson Slough 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does State Route 198 over Johnson Slough carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is State Route 198 over Johnson Slough?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 198 over Johnson Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.