SH 63 Historic Bridge at Texas and Louisiana Border
The TxDOT Beaumont District is proposing improvements to the SH 63/LA 8 bridge at the Sabine River; this bridge crosses the Texas and Louisiana state line near the cities of Burkeville, Texas and Leesville, Louisiana.
Background
The purpose of the proposed project is to provide a structurally sound bridge‐crossing that allows access for Texas and Louisiana motorists across the Sabine River, with a focus on providing a bridge with adequate width and height to safely accommodate existing and foreseeable future transportation needs.
Project needs and issues
- Sabine River shifting
- Problems with the bridge’s foundations
- Vehicles hitting overhead portions of the bridge
- Bridge is too narrow
- Deterioration of the bridge
- Outdated railing for modern vehicles
What’s happening now
May 2025 update
TxDOT is currently reviewing and submitting the final environmental assessment document. The individual permit is currently in review with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The mussel survey and alligator snapping turtle surveys are completed.
Get involved
- July 25, 2023 - Public Hearing (Leesville, Louisiana)
- July 27, 2023 - Public Hearing (Burkeville, Texas)