RD 158 over Kaweah River
FairTulare County, California · 0.8 MI N of Ave 296 · Structure no. 46C0407
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 1978 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 158 over Kaweah River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RD 158 over Kaweah River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,336 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 158 over Kaweah River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 158 over 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does RD 158 over Kaweah River carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (1978 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is RD 158 over Kaweah River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns RD 158 over Kaweah River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.