SH 85 over Soldier Lake Slough
Fair Condition87 years old2,425 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Dimmit |
| Location | 4.60 Mi NE Of US 83 |
| Carries | SH 85 |
| Crosses | Soldier Lake Slough |
| Coordinates | 28.54925, -99.78939 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 810.0 ft (246.9 m) |
| Max Span | 75.1 ft (22.9 m) |
| Deck Width | 50.2 ft (15.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 3777.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1939 (reconstructed 1975) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,425 (2024) |
| Truck Traffic | 30% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | December 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 220640030101020 |