Lp 494 over Bens Branch
GoodMontgomery County, Texas · 2.00 MI S of FM 1314 · Structure no. 121700017714045
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,414
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lp 494 over Bens Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Lp 494 over Bens Branch in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 13,414 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,110 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 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 Lp 494 over Bens Branch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lp 494 over Bens Branch 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 Lp 494 over Bens Branch carry?
About 13,414 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Lp 494 over Bens Branch?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Lp 494 over Bens Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.