Tipton Overpass over State Route 99
GoodTulare County, California · 06-TUL-099-18.95-TIP · Structure no. 46 0188
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 217 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,050
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tipton Overpass over State Route 99 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tipton Overpass over State Route 99 in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,050 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,734 by 2046. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tipton Overpass over State Route 99 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tipton Overpass over State Route 99 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 Tipton Overpass over State Route 99 carry?
About 1,050 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Tipton Overpass over State Route 99?
The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Tipton Overpass over State Route 99?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.