FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of SH 36 · Structure no. 120800141803007
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,482
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,482 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,430 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,482 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1489 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.