Texas Department of Transportation Announces $58.8 Million Project to Transform HOV Lanes into “Technology Lanes”
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has recently announced plans to transform existing High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes on U.S. Highway 75 into “Technology Lanes.” The northbound Central Expressway HOV lane will be closed between the President George Bush Turnpike/SH 190 and the Sam Rayburn Tollway/SH 121 starting at 9 a.m. on Friday, June 7, and is expected to last until the fall of 2025.
As part of this three-year project, TxDOT crews will remove pylons separating the HOV and general lanes, restripe the HOV lanes, install full-color dynamic messaging signs and new overhead signs, add high-mast lighting, and reconstruct the center barrier. Once complete, high-occupancy vehicles, low-emission vehicles, motorcycles, and single-occupant vehicles will be able to use the lanes 22 hours a day with limited access for certain vehicles during peak hours.
The entire project is estimated to cost $58.8 million and is expected to be completed by 2026. Work on the southbound lanes will begin at a later date, but untolled lanes of the highway will remain open during the conversion process. TxDOT advises motorists to exercise caution in the area and be aware of work crews. More lane closures are expected to be announced on drivetexas.org.
The Technology Lanes project aims to improve traffic flow on U.S Highway 75 by providing drivers with more options for travel during peak hours. These lanes will also help reduce congestion and provide a safer driving environment for all vehicle types.
In conclusion, TxDOT’s plans to transform existing HOV lanes into “Technology Lanes” are an exciting development that aims to improve traffic flow on one of Texas’ busiest highways
