State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-099-22.23 · Structure no. 46 0139
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1965, 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 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 43,000 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 92,936 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 200 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow carry?
About 43,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 200 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 99 over Tule River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.