FM 1497 over East Caney Creek
GoodLamar County, Texas · 0.7 MI W of FM 905 · Structure no. 011390132001004
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1497 over East Caney Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1497 over East Caney Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 278 by 2039. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1497 over East Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1497 over East Caney 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1497 over East Caney Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 1497 over East Caney Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1497 over East Caney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.