LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE TO HIGHWAYS.

Tex. TRANSP Code § 623.198.
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(a) By issuing a permit under this subchapter, the department does not guarantee that a highway can safely accommodate the movement. (b) Except as provided by Section 621.207 , the owner of a vehicle involved in the movement of an oversize or overweight vehicle, even if a permit has been issued for the movement, is strictly liable for any damage the movement causes the highway system or any of its structures or appurtenances.
Source: TX Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Fetched: 6/29/2026

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