FM 51 over Pecan Creek
GoodCooke County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 030490031201126
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,621
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 51 over Pecan Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying FM 51 over Pecan Creek in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 12,621 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,509 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 51 over Pecan Creek built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 51 over Pecan Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM 51 over Pecan Creek carry?
About 12,621 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 51 over Pecan Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 51 over Pecan Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.