FM 1488 over Birch Creek
GoodWaller County, Texas · 6.8 MI E of FM 362 · Structure no. 122370052304024
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,283
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1488 over Birch Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 1488 over Birch 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 6,283 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,800 by 2033. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 1488 over Birch Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1488 over Birch 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 Birch Creek carry?
About 6,283 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1488 over Birch Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1488 over Birch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.