State Route 216 over Kaweah River
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-216-18.68 · Structure no. 46 0091
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 347 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,250
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 216 over Kaweah River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 216 over Kaweah River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 71 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 1,250 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,169 by 2042. The structure is 347 ft (105.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 216 over Kaweah River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is State Route 216 over 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 216 over Kaweah River carry?
About 1,250 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is State Route 216 over Kaweah River?
The structure is 347 ft (105.7 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 216 over Kaweah River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.