Deweyville Swing Bridge

Deweyville Swing Bridge is a rotating bridge that crosses the Sabine River between Texas and Louisiana. The structure has a movable center section designed to pivot and allow boat traffic to pass through.

The bridge was built between 1936 and 1938 as part of work programs during the economic depression. It replaced a ferry service that had previously carried people and vehicles across the river.

The bridge represents Depression-era engineering and stands as one of four federally funded structures built between Texas and Louisiana during that period.

The bridge carries two state highways and can be driven across by regular vehicles. Visitors should know it is an active roadway and not designed as a scenic viewing location.

The rotating segment was originally operated regularly to allow ships on the Sabine River to pass through. The last documented opening occurred in 1995, showing how rare such operations have become.

Location: Louisiana

Location: Texas

Location: Newton County

Address: TexasSH 12 and Louisiana SR 12 at Sabine River

GPS coordinates: 30.30361,-93.74361

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07