FM 51 over Lollar Branch
FairHood County, Texas · Intersection of FM 51&56 · Structure no. 021120031310027
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,524
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 51 over Lollar Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 51 over Lollar Branch in Hood County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 3,524 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,110 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Lollar Branch built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 51 over Lollar Branch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 51 over Lollar Branch carry?
About 3,524 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is FM 51 over Lollar Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 51 over Lollar Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.