M348 S. Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River
FairTulare County, California · 1.42 MI SE of M347 · Structure no. 46C0198
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 57 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 slab carrying M348 S. Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 91 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 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 679 by 2042. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
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 2% are trucks.
How long is M348 S. Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns M348 S. Fork DR over S Fork Kaweah River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.