SH 34 over Long Branch
GoodEllis County, Texas · 0.4 MI NE of FM 877 · Structure no. 180710056801030
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,827
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 34 over Long Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 34 over Long Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 2,827 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,440 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 34 over Long Branch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 34 over Long Branch 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 SH 34 over Long Branch carry?
About 2,827 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is SH 34 over Long Branch?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 34 over Long Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.