FM 80 in Teague closure extended due to railroad repairs

BNSF completing rehab of crossing

FM 80 at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation (BNSF) Crossing (DOT# 597189L) remains closed for the railroad to complete needed repairs of the crossing. The railroad has made the decision to do a full rehab of the crossing to make it smoother for vehicle travel. The closure is extended and expected to last until Friday, June 14, 2024 to allow the RR time for the repairs.

Detours for the closure of FM 80 are noted below.

• FM 80 Northbound traffic will detour east on FM 489 to FM 1451 North towards Teague.
• FM 80 Southbound traffic will detour south on FM 1451 towards Donie to FM 489 west back to FM 80.

To alert drivers, advance portable changeable message signs will be placed ahead of the closure. Drivers should utilize drivetexas.org, plan alternate routes or utilize the detour routes during this close.

For more information, contact Bobby.Colwell@txdot.gov or (979) 778-9764.