the scene of the bridge (HCSO)
The Houston Avenue bridge that has long been a subject of discussion among Houstonians has been hit by an oversized truck for the first time in 2026.
The incident was first reported shortly before 1 p.m. Wednesday by HCSO Roadway Management officials.
The controversial bridge was reportedly hit more than 70 times during the 2025 calendar year alone.
A major, $400 million freeway project that would address raising the I-45 freeeway above the floodplain and replace the Houston Avenue bridge. The project was planned to begin in 2025 but has faced delays.
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