M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River
FairTulare County, California · 1.34 MI SE of RD M347 · Structure no. 46C0197
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 575
- 1978 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 575 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 689 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah 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 M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River carry?
About 575 vehicles per day (1978 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns M348 S Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.