US Bridges

FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 620 · Structure no. 142460341702015

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42,557
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 42,557 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,603 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 147 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 734 (parmer Ln)
CrossesDraw
Location0.2 MI N of FM 620
RouteState Highway 734
StateTexas
Coordinates30.47892, -97.7659
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 2023
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width147 ft (44.8 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,557 (2021)
Projected traffic76,603 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw carry?

About 42,557 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

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

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 147 ft wide.

Who owns FM 734 (parmer Ln) over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.