FM 1489 over Bessies Creek
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 1.90 MI N of FM 1093 · Structure no. 120800141802010
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,029
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1489 over Bessies Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying FM 1489 over Bessies Creek in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,029 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1489 over Bessies Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1489 over Bessies 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1489 over Bessies Creek carry?
About 3,029 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is FM 1489 over Bessies Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1489 over Bessies Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.