TxDOT Update for the Week of Nov. 18
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This week crews will be performing mill and inlay on FM 316 S in front of Eustace high School. Motorists should expect delays. An additional crew will perform surface texturing operations on US 175 from RM 2329 to Loop 7 in Athens. This will be on the eastbound outside lane. Lane closures should be expected. Crews will also perform sign maintenance, herbicide application, and sweeping throughout the county.
Henderson County construction projects updates:
SH 198 Bridge Project
Limits: At the Clear Creek Bridge a mile north of FM 3054 to 0.1 mile north of CR 2830
Contractor: Copasa Inc.
Cost: $30.4 million
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2024
The contractor is awaiting final vegetation establishment. Motorists should be prepared for lane closures and delays. The speed limit has been reduced to 50 mph throughout the project. The project consists of the construction of replacing bridges, approaches, grading, structures, base and surface, retaining walls, curb & gutter, metal beam guard fence (MBGF), and pavement markings.
FM 316 Rehabilitation
Limits: From FM 1861 to US 175
Contractor: Baker & Company Construction, LLC
Cost: $7.9 million
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2024
The contractor is working on punch list items and awaiting final vegetation establishment. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the project and expect lane closures and delays. The project includes pavement reconstruction, structures, pavement markings and signs.
FM 315 Rehabilitation
Limits: From FM 3079 to FM 317
Contractor: Big Creek Construction, LTD
Cost: $1.9 million
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2024
The contractor is working on punch list items. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the project and expect lane closures with delays. The project includes pavement reconstruction, structures, pavement markings and signs.
BUS 19 Sidewalks
Limits: From Ben Belt Fr. To S Loop 7 ramps
Contractor: 3LW Civil, LCC
Cost: $2.6 million
Anticipated Completion Date: Summer 2025
Sidewalk construction is underway and will continue this week. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the project and expect lane closures and delays. This project includes sidewalk and pedestrian lane improvements.
