M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River
FairTulare County, California · 0.1 MI SE SR 190 · Structure no. 46C0191
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 229 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 1978 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2042. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River?
The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns M 189A over Middle Fork Tule River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.