FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief
FairCooke County, Texas · 0.4 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 030490031201002
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,005
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 87 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,005 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,407 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief carry?
About 6,005 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 51 over Elm Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.