State Route 99 NB over South Branch Tule River
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-099-21.43 · Structure no. 46 0056R
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 303 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 NB over South Branch Tule River is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 99 NB over South Branch Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,468 by 2042. The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 NB over South Branch Tule River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 99 NB over South Branch Tule 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 99 NB 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 NB over South Branch Tule River?
The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 99 NB over South Branch Tule River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.