US Bridges

FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of FM 1431 · Structure no. 142460341702014

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
38,075
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 38,075 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,770 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 734 (parmer Ln)
CrossesDraw
Location0.1 MI S of FM 1431
RouteState Highway 734
StateTexas
Coordinates30.53192, -97.78132
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,075 (2021)
Projected traffic40,770 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 734 (parmer Ln) 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 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw carry?

About 38,075 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.