State Route 43 over Tule River
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-043-R19.91 · Structure no. 46 0122
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 157 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,900
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 43 over Tule River is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 43 over Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,900 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,303 by 2045. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 43 over Tule River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 43 over 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 43 over Tule River carry?
About 3,900 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 43 over Tule River?
The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 43 over Tule River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.