US Bridges

FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary

Good

Comanche County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of FM 589 · Structure no. 230470103304014

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
429
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 429 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2028. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1689
CrossesJimmys Creek Tributary
Location0.5 MI S of FM 589
RouteState Highway 1689
CountyComanche County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.9423, -98.73369
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic429 (2020)
Projected traffic780 by 2028
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary 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 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary carry?

About 429 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1689 over Jimmys Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.