April 28, 2026 – PARIS – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have announced the upcoming closure of the SH 154 Broadway Bridge in Hopkins County for construction.
The project is scheduled to begin June 1, 2026. During this time, the Broadway Bridge will be fully closed for 21 days under a proposed 24-hour work schedule.
The contractor for the project, THK Construction LLC, was awarded a contract with 286 working days, weather permitting. The Broadway Bridge is one of seven locations included in this contract, with work taking place across Hopkins and Franklin Counties. The total contract amount is $2,279,664.82.
Work at the Broadway Bridge will consist of resurfacing the bridge deck and approaching roadways to address spalling and potholes in the existing concrete pavement.
To provide advance notice to motorists, barricades will be set in place by May 1, one month prior to construction, to alert the traveling public of the closure and designated detours. Advance warning signs will also be installed ahead of the shutdown.
During this period, TxDOT urges drivers to exercise caution. Motorists who travel frequently in this area are asked to pay special attention to all barricades, traffic controls, and signs, and to reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. Motorists should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems. TxDOT also asks drivers to remain alert to road crews while navigating through the construction zone.
