SH 34 over Cummins Creek
FairEllis County, Texas · 0.10 MI N of SP 437 · Structure no. 180710056801025
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,679
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 34 over Cummins Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 34 over Cummins Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 10,679 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,670 by 2033. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 34 over Cummins Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 34 over Cummins Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 34 over Cummins Creek carry?
About 10,679 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 34 over Cummins Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 34 over Cummins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.