Road 168 over South Branch Tule River
GoodTulare County, California · 0.67 MI N of Ave 168 · Structure no. 46C0286
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 55 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 1978 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 168 over South Branch Tule River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Road 168 over South Branch Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 659 by 2043. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Road 168 over South Branch Tule River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 168 over South Branch 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Road 168 over South Branch Tule River carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (1978 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Road 168 over South Branch Tule River?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Road 168 over South Branch Tule River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.