A Texas Right of Way Easement is a legal agreement that gives a person or business the right to use a portion of another person's land for a specific purpose. This type of easement is commonly used for the construction and maintenance of public roads and highways, or to provide access to utility lines or pipelines. There are two main types of Texas Right of Way Easement: a permanent easement and a temporary easement. A permanent easement grants the right to use the land in perpetuity, and is commonly used for public roads, utility lines, and pipelines. The owner of the land retains ownership of the property, and is usually compensated for the use of the land. A temporary easement is used for a specific purpose for a limited amount of time, and may be used for construction projects or other temporary activities. The owner of the land is usually compensated for the use of the land, and the easement is revoked once the activity is completed.