US Bridges

SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief

FairClosed to traffic

Fannin County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of FM 1550 · Structure no. 010750017403007

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
868
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 91 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 868 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,170 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 34
CrossesN Sulphur River Relief
Location2.2 MI S of FM 1550
RouteState Highway 34
StateTexas
Coordinates33.45125, -95.94052
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic868 (2020)
Projected traffic1,170 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 N Sulphur River Relief built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief carry?

About 868 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 34 over N Sulphur River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.