FM 1489 over Bessies Creek
GoodWaller County, Texas · 3.50 MI S of IH 10 · Structure no. 122370141801009
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,192
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1489 over Bessies Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 1489 over Bessies Creek in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 4,192 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,270 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1489 over Bessies Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1489 over Bessies 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1489 over Bessies Creek carry?
About 4,192 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 1489 over Bessies Creek?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1489 over Bessies Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.