US Bridges

SH 34 over Draw

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 7.85 MI NE of US 80 · Structure no. 181300017305072

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,670
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 34 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 34 over Draw in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 68 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 6,670 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,240 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 34
CrossesDraw
Location7.85 MI NE of US 80
RouteState Highway 34
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.82051, -96.19096
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width92 ft (28.1 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,670 (2023)
Projected traffic11,240 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is SH 34 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SH 34 over Draw carry?

About 6,670 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 34 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns SH 34 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.