TxDOT Launches Strategic AI Plan to Help Guide Agency
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to help make Texas roads safer and enhance mobility across the state.
Historic Funding Approved for Texas Ship Channels
The Texas Transportation Commission approved funding for ship channel improvement projects that are supposed to support Texas’ economic growth, increase trade, generate jobs and ensure our seaports remain competitive.
TxDOT Finalizes Buyback of SH 288
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has completed the termination of the SH 288 Comprehensive Development Agreement (CDA).
TxDOT Breaks Ground on I-35 Capital Express Central Project
The I-35 Texas Clear Lanes project will add two non-tolled high-occupancy-vehicle (HOV) managed lanes in each direction from US 290 East to SH 71/Ben White Boulevard.
TxDOT Introducing New Process to Help Improve Roundabouts, Intersection Safety
TxDOT is introducing a new process to help select roundabouts and other innovations to improve safety at intersections — where one-third of Texas’ fatal and injury crashes happen.
TxDOT Pushes Forward on Buyback of SH 288
To provide Texans with toll relief and more free lanes on which to drive, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is preparing to terminate the SH 288 Comprehensive Development Agreement.
Gov. Abbott, TxDOT Announce Record $148 Billion Transportation Investment
Governor Greg Abbott announced a record $148 billion in total investment for Texas’ transportation infrastructure.
TxDOT Delivers $156 Million to Transit Agencies Across Texas
New funding for public transit from the Texas Department of Transportation will help provide access and expand service for people to get to jobs, school, medical appointments, and other important destinations. According to a news release, more than $123 million in funding was approved by the Texas Transportation Commission this summer to support transit programs…
TxDOT Asking for Feedback on Record $104 Billion 10-Year Plan
The draft 2025 Unified Transportation Program (UTP) proposes $104.2 billion in transportation spending, making it the second year in a row that the UTP plan exceeds $100 billion.
Rise in Trade Underscores Infrastructure Needs: TxDOT
As Texas continues to see a booming economy, TxDOT is working to address congestion at the U.S.-Mexico border to help the flow of goods between the two countries.
New Tech Keeps Rail Crossings Running: TxDOT
TxDOT and several rail companies have developed a plan to keep railroad crossings operating during severe weather and power outages.
Irving Interchange Project Transforms Congested Corridors
A massive project in Irving, Texas, has helped to get rid of a congested triangle of highway interchanges, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.
Record-Setting Holiday Travel Expected for Memorial Day
AAA projects 43.8 million travelers will travel 50 miles or more from home over the Memorial Day travel period, and travel centers throughout the state are preparing to help drivers around the clock.
Implementing Public Feedback in TxDOT’s New Long-Range Plan
The plan — Connecting Texas 2050 — considers all modes of transportation, including roadways, pedestrian and bicycle paths, transit, freight and passenger rail, airports, waterways and seaports.
Crews Out in Force in Response to Multiple Storms
Statewide between May 1-21, there were 736 roads closed due to flooding and 135 locations had flood-related damages.
Protecting Workers From Brutal Heat
As Texas prepares to begin another summer with record-high temperatures, TxDOT is taking action to help protect employees who work in the sun.
New Guardrail Design Will Protect Motorcyclists: TxDOT
To help improve safety for motorcyclists, TxDOT looked into some of the factors causing severe injuries during motorcycle crashes.
Motorcyclist Deaths on the Rise in Texas: TxDOT
Nearly 600 people riding motorcycles were killed in crashes in Texas in 2023, and more than 2,400 riders were seriously injured.
‘Connecting Texas 2050’: TxDOT Introduces Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan
Connecting Texas 2050 sets a foundation for creating an innovative, multimodal transportation system to move people and freight safely and efficiently throughout the state while supporting future growth.
How TxDOT Keeps Roadside Flowers Flourishing
The Texas Department of Transportation has been planting and maintaining wildflowers on highway right of way since the mid 1930’s.