US Bridges

Ave 280 over UP RR

Fair

Tulare County, California · At SR99 over UP RR · Structure no. 46C0053

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,900
1982 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ave 280 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ave 280 over UP RR in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,303 by 2042. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesAve 280
CrossesUP RR
LocationAt SR99 over UP RR
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTulare County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.29819, -119.38619
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,900 (1982)
Projected traffic4,303 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 280 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ave 280 over UP RR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Ave 280 over UP RR carry?

About 2,900 vehicles per day (1982 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ave 280 over UP RR?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ave 280 over UP RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.