State Route 99 NB over N Branch Tule River
PoorTulare County, California · 06-TUL-099-22.74 · Structure no. 46 0059R
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 NB over N Branch Tule River is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 99 NB over N Branch Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 21,500 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,468 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 NB over N Branch Tule River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 99 NB over N Branch Tule River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 99 NB over N 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 N Branch Tule River?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 99 NB over N Branch Tule River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.