US Bridges

SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie

Fair

Ellis County, Texas · 3.0 MI SW of FM 1183 · Structure no. 180710056801022

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
5,240 ft
131 main spans
Daily traffic
5,629
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 5,629 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,950 by 2033. The structure is 5,240 ft (1,597.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 34
CrossesBardwell Res/Waxahachie
Location3.0 MI SW of FM 1183
RouteState Highway 34
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.28334, -96.66119
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans131
Design loadH 20
Structure length5,240 ft (1,597.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,629 (2023)
Projected traffic4,950 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie carry?

About 5,629 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie?

The structure is 5,240 ft (1,597.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns SH 34 over Bardwell Res/Waxahachie?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.