US Bridges

FM 984 over Elm Branch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710121101010

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
723
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 984 over Elm Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 984 over Elm Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 723 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2033. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 984
CrossesElm Branch
Location2.2 MI S of SH 34
RouteState Highway 984
StateTexas
Coordinates32.24235, -96.69712
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic723 (2020)
Projected traffic410 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 984 over Elm Branch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 984 over Elm 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 FM 984 over Elm Branch carry?

About 723 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 984 over Elm Branch?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FM 984 over Elm Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.