FM 1486 over Indian Creek North
FairMontgomery County, Texas · 1.7 MI N of SH 105 · Structure no. 121700141602016
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,530
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1486 over Indian Creek North is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1486 over Indian Creek North in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,530 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,542 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1486 over Indian Creek North built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1486 over Indian Creek North in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1486 over Indian Creek North carry?
About 2,530 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 1486 over Indian Creek North?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1486 over Indian Creek North?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.