SH 85 over Nueces River

Fair Condition96 years old3,469 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyDimmit
Location6.90 Mi NE Of US 83
CarriesSH 85
CrossesNueces River
Coordinates28.54952, -99.75251

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length226.0 ft (68.9 m)
Max Span101.0 ft (30.8 m)
Deck Width31.2 ft (9.5 m)
Deck Area654.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930 (reconstructed 1958)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,469 (2020)
Truck Traffic30%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2022
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number220640030101005

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