US Bridges

FM 1486 over Clear Creek

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 7.6 MI S of SH 105 · Structure no. 121700141603009

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,676
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1486 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1486 over Clear Creek in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 71 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 4,676 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 1486
CrossesClear Creek
Location7.6 MI S of SH 105
RouteState Highway 1486
StateTexas
Coordinates30.26054, -95.77068
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,676 (2016)
Projected traffic7,100 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1486 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is FM 1486 over Clear 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1486 over Clear Creek carry?

About 4,676 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1486 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1486 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.