TxDOT Press Release

TxDOT Commission Approves New Projects for Lufkin District; Includes Shelby County

June 4, 2019 Lufkin - Texas transportation commissioners last week approved more than $592.8 million in highway construction projects, with more than $3 million approved for the Lufkin District.

Improvements to crossovers on various divided highways in the Lufkin District were approved for a $1.4 million safety highway improvement project that will include upgrading signing and striping. Striping Technology LP, Tyler, TX, will serve as contractor for the project. No timeline for completion has been set.

State Warns Distracted Driving Still a Problem

TxDOT and AT&T It Can Wait join efforts again and use virtual reality to illustrate dangers of distracted driving

June 4, 2019 San Antonio – Approximately 1 in 5 crashes in Texas involves distracted driving, which continues to be a problem in the state, even after a state law banned texting and driving in 2017.

TxDOT Prepared for Hurricane Season

June 4, 2019 Lufkin – Lufkin District supervisors and district leaders met Monday to discuss the 2019 hurricane season forecast and preparations, addressing district actions and responses should a hurricane move inland from the Texas Gulf Coast.

TxDOT District to Begin Sealcoat Work on Various Roadways

April 18, 2019 - Crews will begin work next week in the nine-county Lufkin District after a recent pre-construction meeting signaled the beginning of annual sealcoating work that will be ongoing through June.

District to Begin Sealcoat Work on Various Roadways

April 17, 2019 Lufkin - Crews will begin work next week in the nine-county Lufkin District after a recent pre-construction meeting signaled the beginning of annual sealcoating work that will be ongoing through June.

Don't Mess with Texas Trash-Off Event Scheduled

Motorists urged to stay alert for groups of volunteers alongside roadways

April 1, 2019 Lufkin – The annual statewide Don’t Mess With Texas Trash-Off campaign is scheduled in the Lufkin District for Saturday, April 6, and motorists will see groups of volunteers on the roadsides joining forces to rid Texas roads of litter.

TxDOT Urges Young Drivers to Plan for Sober Ride Ahead of Spring Break

TxDOT reminds Spring Breakers about deadly, long-term consequences of drinking and driving

March 7, 2019 Austin – Spring Break is a dangerous time on Texas roads, with hundreds of impaired driving crashes involving young drivers occurring each year. As college students and young adults head to Spring Break destinations in the coming weeks, the Texas Department of Transportation’s “Plan While You Can” campaign reminds them to make a plan for a sober ride before the party starts.

Lufkin District Project Updates for Feb 25-March 1

February 22, 2019 Lufkin – With spring right around the corner, Lufkin District construction projects and work schedules are continuing as weather allows.

Motorists are urged to stay alert as they travel through the many work zones in the nine-county Lufkin District. Always reduce speed and watch and obey any traffic control in the area. Prepare for delays and be patient if there are lane closures through work zones.

Work scheduled for the week of Feb. 25 – March 1 includes:

SHELBY COUNTY

Football Fans Urged to Make a Sober Ride Part of Their Super Bowl Game Plan

‘Plan While You Can’ campaign aims to reverse trend in alcohol-related crashes during Super Bowl weekend

January 28, 2019 Austin – With the excitement of Super Bowl weekend just days away, the Texas Department of Transportation is urging football fans to “Plan While You Can” for a sober ride before enjoying game-day watch parties and other activities that may involve alcohol.

Lower Speed Limits Approved on Roadways in Three Counties

January 22, 2019 Lufkin – TxDOT Commissioners in December approved a reduction in the speed limit for sections of roadways in Nacogdoches, Polk and San Augustine counties.

In Nacogdoches County, the speed limit will be reduced from 70 miles per hour to 65 miles per hour on SH 21 East from the Nacogdoches city limits to the San Augustine County line.

In Polk County, the speed limit will be reduced from 70 miles per hour to 65 miles per hour on US 190 from the Livingston city limits to the Tyler County line.

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