US Bridges

FM 2934 over Drain

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.30 MI E of FM 423 · Structure no. 180610298001001

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
37,933
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2934 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2934 over Drain in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 56 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 37,933 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,390 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2934
CrossesDrain
Location1.30 MI E of FM 423
RouteState Highway 2934
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17827, -96.8659
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,933 (2020)
Projected traffic29,390 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2934 over Drain built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is FM 2934 over Drain 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2934 over Drain carry?

About 37,933 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2934 over Drain?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 2934 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.