US Bridges

FM 51 over Pecan Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 6.0 MI S of FM 1204 · Structure no. 022490031203009

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,903
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 51 over Pecan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 51 over Pecan Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 3,903 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,010 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesFM 51
CrossesPecan Creek
Location6.0 MI S of FM 1204
RouteState Highway 51
StateTexas
Coordinates33.27762, -97.53656
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,903 (2019)
Projected traffic5,010 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 Pecan Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 51 over Pecan Creek carry?

About 3,903 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 51 over Pecan Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 51 over Pecan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.