FM 489 over IH 45 Mls
GoodFreestone County, Texas · 9.04 MI S of US 84 · Structure no. 170820067502153
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 290 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 768
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 489 over IH 45 Mls is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 489 over IH 45 Mls in Freestone 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 768 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,075 by 2042. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 489 over IH 45 Mls built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 489 over IH 45 Mls 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 489 over IH 45 Mls carry?
About 768 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 489 over IH 45 Mls?
The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FM 489 over IH 45 Mls?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.