FM 343 over Sulphur Creek
GoodCherokee County, Texas · 1.10 MI NW of FM 851 · Structure no. 100370092601001
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 708
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 343 over Sulphur Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 343 over Sulphur Creek in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 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 708 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 991 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 343 over Sulphur Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 343 over Sulphur Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 343 over Sulphur Creek carry?
About 708 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 343 over Sulphur Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 343 over Sulphur Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.