State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-198-37.08 · Structure no. 46 0027
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 201 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,800
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,178 by 2045. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River carry?
About 3,800 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 198 over South Fork Kaweah River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.