A tractor-trailer carrying about $800,000 in dimes overturned at approximately 5:30 a.m. on June 29, 2025, in Alvord, Texas, spreading millions of coins across the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 287. The incident led to a partial road closure that lasted until 7 p.m. that same day. The Texas Department of Public Safety reported that the vehicle veered off the road and overturned after overcorrecting. Emergency crews worked for hours using shovels, vacuums, and their hands to gather the scattered dimes. The driver and a passenger were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The town of Alvord, located around 80 miles northwest of Dallas, became the center of attention following the extraordinary event.

The truck was reportedly operated by Western Distributing Transportation Corporation, which is recognized for moving valuable cargo, including shipments for the government using armored vehicles. A company representative refused to comment when contacted. The U.S. Mint, the country’s official producer of coins, includes dimes in its regular circulating currency but has not responded to inquiries regarding this specific shipment. The accident has raised concerns about the security and logistics of high-value cargo transport. It also highlighted the vulnerability of road-based distribution systems. Experts have described the situation as logistically complex and economically inconvenient, noting the substantial cost of cleanup and delays. The event demonstrated the importance of precision, resilience, and contingency planning in commercial transportation.