US Bridges

SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek

Good

Dimmit County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of FM 1867 · Structure no. 220640030102025

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,235
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 4,235 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,440 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesSH 85
CrossesSauz Mocho Creek
Location1.0 MI E of FM 1867
RouteState Highway 85
StateTexas
Coordinates28.57333, -99.55273
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,235 (2020)
Projected traffic12,440 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 85 over Sauz Mocho 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek carry?

About 4,235 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 85 over Sauz Mocho Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.