RD 196 (kaweah Av) over ST Johns River

Fair Condition105 years old4,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyTulare
Location4.0 Mi N Of SR 198
CarriesRD 196 (kaweah Av)
CrossesST Johns River
Coordinates36.38302, -119.13536

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length449.1 ft (136.9 m)
Max Span32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Width28.5 ft (8.7 m)
Deck Area1191.0 sq m
Main Spans14
Year Built1921 (reconstructed 1948)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,300 (2015)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number46C0024

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