State Route 63 over ST Johns River
FairTulare County, California · 06-TUL-063-10.65 · Structure no. 46 0100
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 272 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 63 over ST Johns River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 63 over ST Johns River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1969, 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,581 by 2046. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 63 over ST Johns River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is State Route 63 over ST Johns 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 63 over ST Johns River carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is State Route 63 over ST Johns River?
The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 63 over ST Johns River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.