State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River
FairTulare County, California · 06-TUL-099-21.43 · Structure no. 46 0056L
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 301 ft
- 25 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 94 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 5 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 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,468 by 2042. The structure is 301 ft (91.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is State Route 99 SB over South Branch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River carry?
About 21,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River?
The structure is 301 ft (91.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 99 SB over South Branch Tule River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.