US Bridges

FM 485 over Little Brazos River

Good

Robertson County, Texas · 2.6 MI W of SH 6 · Structure no. 171980026203122

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
710 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
3,522
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 485 over Little Brazos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 485 over Little Brazos River in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 3,522 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,213 by 2042. The structure is 710 ft (216.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 485
CrossesLittle Brazos River
Location2.6 MI W of SH 6
RouteState Highway 485
StateTexas
Coordinates30.87955, -96.64023
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHL 93
Structure length710 ft (216.4 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,522 (2023)
Projected traffic5,213 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 485 over Little Brazos River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 485 over Little Brazos River 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 FM 485 over Little Brazos River carry?

About 3,522 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FM 485 over Little Brazos River?

The structure is 710 ft (216.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 485 over Little Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.