State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-043-R17.29 · Structure no. 46 0123
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,671 by 2047. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch 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 2025.
How much traffic does State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 43 over Taylor Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.