US Bridges

FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 1.4 MI E of FM 31 · Structure no. 191030063204015

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,458
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 75 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 1,458 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,550 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 451
CrossesWest Fork Socagee Crk
Location1.4 MI E of FM 31
RouteState Highway 451
StateTexas
Coordinates32.37666, -94.15933
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,458 (2020)
Projected traffic2,550 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk carry?

About 1,458 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns FM 451 over West Fork Socagee Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.