Typical Morning Commute Patterns Reported in Beaumont

I-10 westbound and US 69 southbound see usual slowdowns during rush hour

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Drivers in Beaumont, Texas are experiencing a fairly typical morning commute pattern, with the Texas Department of Transportation reporting the usual traffic congestion on Interstate 10 westbound downtown and near College Street, as well as on US 69 southbound from Delaware Street to Harrison Avenue.

Why it matters

Morning and evening rush hour traffic is a daily reality for many Beaumont residents and commuters, impacting their daily routines and productivity. Understanding these regular traffic patterns can help drivers plan their commutes and local officials identify areas that may need infrastructure improvements.

The details

The traffic issues are occurring in the usual trouble spots - westbound I-10 is seeing slowdowns downtown between Babe Zaharias Park and N. 7th Street, as well as past College Street through the exit ramp to US 69. Southbound US 69 is also backing up from Delaware Street to Harrison Avenue.

  • The morning rush hour traffic is being reported as of 1:50 PM on February 12, 2026.

The players

Texas Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Texas' transportation infrastructure, including highways, roads, and bridges.

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The takeaway

Beaumont drivers can expect to encounter the typical morning rush hour traffic patterns they have become accustomed to, with congestion on westbound I-10 and southbound US 69. Local officials may want to consider infrastructure improvements in these frequently congested areas to help improve traffic flow and commute times for residents.