RD 284 over Tule River
PoorTulare County, California · 0.1 MI N of SR 190 · Structure no. 46C0419
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 1982 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 284 over Tule River is a concrete continuous slab carrying RD 284 over Tule River in Tulare County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,269 by 2047. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 284 over Tule River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 284 over Tule 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does RD 284 over Tule River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (1982 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is RD 284 over Tule River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns RD 284 over Tule River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.