Sugar Land police say the incident happened around 8:30 a.m. and had the freeway closed until noon while TxDOT crews worked to clean up the mess.
The driver of the 18-wheeler did not stop.
According to witnesses, the 18-wheeler's trailer was secured at the top, but there may have been structural problems, allowing the waste to get out.
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Police say they have called the company out of Franklin, Texas, that owns the 18-wheeler.
It may face a fine for an unsecured load.
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