State Route 245 over ST Johns River
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-245-5.97 · Structure no. 46 0075
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 327 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,800
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 245 over ST Johns River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 245 over ST Johns River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 98 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,459 by 2044. The structure is 327 ft (99.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 245 over ST Johns River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is State Route 245 over ST Johns 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does State Route 245 over ST Johns River carry?
About 4,800 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 245 over ST Johns River?
The structure is 327 ft (99.7 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 245 over ST Johns River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.