SH 73 Jefferson County – Crossover Removal Project

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TxDOT's Beaumont District has approved removing seven highway crossovers spanning 20 miles on SH 73 within Jefferson County, from SH 124 east to 0.627 miles south of Portland Street. The crossover locations were selected based on crash data, spacing of existing crossovers to provide emergency response, and balancing mobility and private access. This project was also selected as a Highway Safety Improvement Project. In removing these crossovers, it will serve to reduce crashes as well as better align with current design standards. One fatal crash, six incapacitating crashes, and 11 suspected injuries were reported from 2018 to 2020. Project improvements include removing seven highway crossovers spanning 20 miles on SH 73, removing crossover pavement markings and signage, and retaining the existing ditch/median. Cable barriers will be considered for the crossover removal locations in the future. During the construction process, lane closures will take place at specific locations as the crossovers are removed, but access will always be maintained. No right of way or land acquisitions are needed for this project.

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