US Bridges

FM 1484 over Bens Branch

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 1.90 MI NE of FM 2432 · Structure no. 121700141701006

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,759
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1484 over Bens Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1484 over Bens Branch in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 11,759 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,463 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 48 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1484
CrossesBens Branch
Location1.90 MI NE of FM 2432
RouteState Highway 1484
StateTexas
Coordinates30.40413, -95.38283
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,759 (2023)
Projected traffic16,463 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1484 over Bens Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is FM 1484 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1484 over Bens Branch carry?

About 11,759 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 1484 over Bens Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1484 over Bens Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.