Smith County Updates Road Conditions Following Storms

TYLER — Several of the Smith County roads damaged in storms on May 10 have been repaired and reopened, according to information from the county. Roads that remain closed due to washed-out/collapsed culverts include County Roads 496 (from CR 41 to CR 497; pictured) and 411 (between CR 472 and FM 849). All other roads affected by culvert washouts have been repaired and, although they still may need pavement replacement, have been reopened to drivers, according to officials. They include County Roads 42, 424, and 499.

The Smith County Road and Bridge Department is preparing to close County roads 452 and CR 481, northwest of Lindale, this week so the bridges can be replaced with new, concrete bridges through a program with the Texas Department of Transportation. Both bridges are expected to be completed and the roads reopened in September, according to officials.