US Bridges

FM 1434 over Robinson Branch

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 0.88 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 021270185302008

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
200 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1434 over Robinson Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1434 over Robinson Branch in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,526 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 1434
CrossesRobinson Branch
Location0.88 MI S of US 67
RouteState Highway 1434
StateTexas
Coordinates32.30705, -97.45612
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,150 (2023)
Projected traffic3,526 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$13,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1434 over Robinson Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1434 over Robinson 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1434 over Robinson Branch carry?

About 2,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 1434 over Robinson Branch?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1434 over Robinson Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.