US Bridges

FM 1488 over Brushy Creek

Good

Waller County, Texas · 3.95 MI E of FM 362 · Structure no. 122370052304022

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
93 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,647
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1488 over Brushy Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 1488 over Brushy Creek in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 4,647 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,930 by 2033. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 1488
CrossesBrushy Creek
Location3.95 MI E of FM 362
RouteState Highway 1488
StateTexas
Coordinates30.17829, -95.86583
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length93 ft (28.3 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,647 (2020)
Projected traffic5,930 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 1488 over Brushy Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1488 over Brushy 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 1488 over Brushy Creek carry?

About 4,647 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1488 over Brushy Creek?

The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1488 over Brushy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.