State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal
FairTulare County, California · 06-TUL-245-3.18 · Structure no. 46 0145
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,800
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,741 by 2046. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal carry?
About 4,800 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 245 over Friant-Kern Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.