US Bridges

FM 3134 over Draw

Good

Hopkins County, Texas · 3.7 MI N of SH 11 · Structure no. 011130323701002

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
210
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3134 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3134 over Draw in Hopkins County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 210 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 233 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 3134
CrossesDraw
Location3.7 MI N of SH 11
RouteState Highway 3134
StateTexas
Coordinates33.23225, -95.80035
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (2020)
Projected traffic233 by 2039
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 FM 3134 over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3134 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does FM 3134 over Draw carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 3134 over Draw?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns FM 3134 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.