US Bridges

Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco

Good

Tulare County, California · 3.5 MI Nw/O SR 190 · Structure no. 46C0149

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
570
1971 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 570 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 819 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesAve 176 (J28)
CrossesArroyo De Blanco
Location3.5 MI Nw/O SR 190
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyTulare County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.11129, -118.9137
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic570 (1971)
Projected traffic819 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco carry?

About 570 vehicles per day (1971 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Ave 176 (J28) over Arroyo De Blanco?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.