SH 34 over Draw
GoodEllis County, Texas · 4.3 MI E of US 77 · Structure no. 180710056801035
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,890
- 2023 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 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 2,890 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,046 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 34 over Draw built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 34 over Draw carry?
About 2,890 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 34 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns SH 34 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.