US Bridges

SH 34 over Draw

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.55 MI NE of FM 985 · Structure no. 180710056801023

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,576
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 34 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 34 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,576 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,950 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesSH 34
CrossesDraw
Location0.55 MI NE of FM 985
RouteState Highway 34
StateTexas
Coordinates32.27306, -96.67774
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,576 (2020)
Projected traffic4,950 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 34 over Draw 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 34 over Draw carry?

About 4,576 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SH 34 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 34 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.