El Paso is a major U.S.–Mexico border crossing for commercial trucks, and I-10 runs through the city as the main east–west route across Texas.
High-risk freight corridors in El Paso
| Road | Why it matters for truck traffic |
|---|---|
| I-10 | The main east–west route through El Paso and across West Texas. |
| Loop 375 (Cesar Chavez Border Highway and Americas Avenue) | Links the commercial ports of entry with I-10. |
| US-54 (Patriot Freeway) | The north–south route towards New Mexico. |
| Commercial ports of entry | Ysleta–Zaragoza and the Bridge of the Americas handle cross-border cargo trucks. |
Who writes the crash report
The agency that responded to the crash writes the Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report (CR-3). In and around El Paso, that is usually one of:
- El Paso Police Department
- El Paso County Sheriff's Office
- Texas Department of Public Safety (Highway Patrol)
Whichever agency wrote it, CR-3 reports are sold through TxDOT's online system for $6, or $8 for a certified copy. Use the crash report finder for step-by-step instructions.
Courts that hear truck accident cases from El Paso
- El Paso County civil district courts (El Paso)
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, El Paso Division
Most injury lawsuits against trucking companies are filed in state district court in the county where the crash happened, or where a defendant is based. Some are moved to federal court when the parties are from different states. Texas has special trial rules for commercial vehicle cases. See CPRC Chapter 72.
Things to know about El Paso truck crashes
- Crashes involving cross-border trucks may involve a Mexican-domiciled carrier with its own USDOT number and insurance filings.
After a truck crash in El Paso
- Get medical care and keep every record. What to do after a truck accident.
- Note the trucking company's name and USDOT number from the cab door, then check its safety record.
- Order the CR-3 crash report once it's available.
- Work out your filing deadline, especially if a city or county vehicle was involved.
- If you're considering a lawyer, read how to choose a truck accident lawyer.
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