State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal
FairTulare County, California · 06-TUL-065-23.43 · Structure no. 46 0182L
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,850
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 8,850 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,087 by 2044. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 61 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 65 SB 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal carry?
About 8,850 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 65 SB over Friant-Kern Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.