RD 144 over Tule River
GoodTulare County, California · 1.0 MI N of Ave 168 · Structure no. 46C0281
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 101 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 144 over Tule River is a concrete continuous slab carrying RD 144 over Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 272 by 2041. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 144 over Tule River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 144 over Tule River 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does RD 144 over Tule River carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is RD 144 over Tule River?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns RD 144 over Tule River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.