US Bridges

SH 34 over North Sulphur River

FairClosed to traffic

Fannin County, Texas · 1.9 MI S of FM 1550 · Structure no. 010750017403046

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
450 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
868
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 34 over North Sulphur River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 34 over North Sulphur River in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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. 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 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 34
CrossesNorth Sulphur River
Location1.9 MI S of FM 1550
RouteState Highway 34
StateTexas
Coordinates33.45619, -95.94186
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length450 ft (137.2 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 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
CrossesWaterway
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 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 SH 34 over North Sulphur River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 34 over North Sulphur River 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 North Sulphur River carry?

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

How long is SH 34 over North Sulphur River?

The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SH 34 over North Sulphur River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.