The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) together with city leaders across the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex are moving forward on a slate of roadway projects aimed at reducing congestion and improving safety for commuters and families.
US 81 Improvements in Fort Worth
Fort Worth and TxDOT will reconstruct the frontage roads and upgrade intersections along US 81 from I‑35W to Harmon Road. At a city‑council meeting on September 29, the council approved an advance funding agreement of $3.75 million to cover water‑main relocation, a critical step before construction can begin.
Loop 288 Frontage Road in Denton County
TxDOT plans to build new frontage roads on Loop 288 in Denton County, adding grade separations and a better connector to US 380. The stretch will run from I‑35 to US 380 east of Geesling Road. While the project’s billion‑dollar cost estimate remains unfunded, TxDOT is working with Denton County officials and the selected contractor to finalize designs and a timeline.
PGA Parkway Expansion in Frisco
Frisco’s PGA Parkway is being widened to a six‑lane divided roadway between Preston Road and Coit Road. Construction is already under way, with completion expected later this year, promising smoother travel for shoppers and commuters alike.
Custer Parkway Reconstruction in Richardson
Crews are completing a full street reconstruction of Custer Parkway in Richardson, extending from Campbell Road to the President George Bush Turnpike. In mid‑October, traffic between Lookout Road and Canyon Creek Drive was shifted to a newly built southbound lane, allowing work to continue safely.
Coit Road Upgrade in Celina
Coit Road will be transformed from a two‑lane asphalt road into a four‑lane divided highway in Celina, spanning from Vest Lane to Choate Parkway. The project is a joint effort between the city of Celina and Collin County and remains on schedule.
These projects reflect a coordinated effort by TxDOT and local governments to address growing traffic demands while supporting families and businesses throughout the region. By improving key corridors, the administration aims to bolster economic vitality and preserve the quality of life that makes the DFW area a strong, family‑focused community.
Original reporting: Community Impact — McKinney — read the source article.
