US Bridges

FM 51 over Haydon Creek

Good

Parker County, Texas · 7.2 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 021840031307013

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,875
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 51 over Haydon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 51 over Haydon Creek in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 77 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 7,875 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,140 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesFM 51
CrossesHaydon Creek
Location7.2 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 51
StateTexas
Coordinates32.62836, -97.77724
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,875 (2023)
Projected traffic6,140 by 2038
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 51 over Haydon Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is FM 51 over Haydon 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 51 over Haydon Creek carry?

About 7,875 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 51 over Haydon Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 51 over Haydon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.