FM 51 over Panther Branch
GoodHood County, Texas · 1.3 MI N of FM 51&56 Xing · Structure no. 021120031310022
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,093
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 51 over Panther Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 51 over Panther Branch in Hood County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 68 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 3,093 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,110 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 51 over Panther Branch built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is FM 51 over Panther Branch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 51 over Panther Branch carry?
About 3,093 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is FM 51 over Panther Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns FM 51 over Panther Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.