US Bridges

Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99

Fair

Tulare County, California · 06-TUL-099-12.30 · Structure no. 46 0171

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
216 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,750
1998 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99 is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99 in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,048 by 2046. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAve 96 (co RD J24)
CrossesState Route 99
Location06-TUL-099-12.30
RouteCounty Highway 0W405
Coordinates35.9643, -119.29099
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,750 (1998)
Projected traffic3,048 by 2046
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99 built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99 carry?

About 2,750 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Ave 96 (co RD J24) over State Route 99?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.