R 180 over ST Johns River
PoorTulare County, California · 0.2 MI N of a 312 · Structure no. 46C0399
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 302 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
R 180 over ST Johns River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying R 180 over ST Johns River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 420 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 548 by 2042. The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 R 180 over ST Johns River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is R 180 over ST Johns River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does R 180 over ST Johns River carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is R 180 over ST Johns River?
The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns R 180 over ST Johns River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.