Kyle, San Marcos, Austin I-35 road construction projects for March 13 – 19

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I-35 CAPITAL AREA CORRIDOR MOBILITY
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………………CLOSURES, DETOURS & TRAFFIC ALERTS
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………………MARCH 13 — MARCH 19, 2021

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I-35 AT POSEY ROAD

PROJECT OVERVIEW | This project will construct a new overpass on I-35 over Posey Road, add two new U-turns in each direction at Posey Road, perform ramp reversals and convert two-way frontage roads to one-way.

Currently, the I-35 main lanes go under Posey Road. With the new configuration, I-35 main lanes will be going over Posey Road.

This project is made possible by a partnership between Hays County/TxDOT and is expected to cost $31.7 million funded by TxDOT.

The I-35 and Posey Road construction started in February 2019, and anticipated construction completion is planned for mid-2021. The project contractor is Webber, LLC.

All closures are weather permitting.

• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

LANE CLOSURE

Eastbound and westbound Posey Road closed at I-35 frontage road.
• Until further notice.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 Posey Road exit (#199) closed.
• Until further notice.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 FROM RM 150 TO KYLE CROSSING

PROJECT OVERVIEW | This project will reconfigure the northbound entrance/exit ramps between RM 150 and Kyle Crossing. The improvements include reversing the northbound entrance/exit ramps, reconstructing the northbound frontage road, adding new extended lanes between entrance/exit ramps, and constructing a new frontage road bridge over Plum Creek.

The estimated construction cost is $21.9 million and is funded by the CAMPO and TxDOT. Construction commenced in September 2020, and its anticipated completion is early 2022. Hunter Industries, Ltd is the contractor for this project.

All closures are weather permitting.

• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 frontage road right lane closed from FM 1626 to Kyle Crossing.
• Through late 2021.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 FROM SOUTH OF LOOP 82 TO NORTH
OF RIVER RIDGE PARKWAY

PROJECT OVERVIEW | Work includes relocating the existing northbound I-35 entrance ramp, constructing a new northbound exit ramp, reconstructing the northbound frontage road, and adding a new extended entrance/exit lane.

The estimated construction cost is $14 million funded by CAMPO and TxDOT. Construction commenced in January 2021, and its anticipated completion in mid-2022i. Hunter Industries, Ltd is the contractor for this project.

All closures are weather permitting.

• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

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LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 reduced to one lane from Aquarena Springs Drive to River Ridge Parkway.
• Sunday, March 14 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 reduced to one lane from Aquarena Springs Drive to River Ridge Parkway.
• Sunday, March 14 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 reduced to one lane from Aquarena Springs Drive to River Ridge Parkway.
• Monday, March 15 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 FROM STASSNEY LANE TO WILLIAM CANNON DRIVE

PROJECT OVERVIEW | The project will reconstruct the bridge structures at Stassney Lane and William Cannon Drive and the frontage road bridge over Williamson Creek. Bicycle and pedestrian enhancements are also being made, and new safety lighting is being installed.

New U-turn bridges will be added in both directions at Stassney Lane and William Cannon Drive. The I-35 main lanes will be widened to incorporate shoulders and extended entrance/exit lanes to allow for a smoother merge onto I-35.

This major project is estimated to cost $78.8 million. Construction started in July 2016, with the anticipated completion in late 2020. The contractor for this project is OHL, USA, Inc.

..All closures are weather permitting.

• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 left lane closed nightly at William Cannon Drive.
• Sunday, March 14 through Tuesday, March 16 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 right lane closed from the Slaughter Lane exit to Slaughter Lane.
• Tuesday, March 16 through Wednesday, March 17 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 right lane closed nightly at William Cannon Drive.
• Wednesday, March 17 through Thursday, March 18 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 right lane closed at Slaughter Lane.
• Thursday, March 18 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 FROM RUNDBERG LN. TO US 290 EAST

PROJECT OVERVIEW | This project includes main lanes and frontage road reconstruction and the addition of three new flyovers at US 183.

I-35 from Rundberg Lane to US 290 East is estimated to cost $124.2 million and is made possible by Texas Clear Lanes Congestion Relief Fund.

The construction commenced in January 2018, with an anticipated completion date in mid-2021. The contractor for this project is J.D. Abrams.

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All closures are weather permitting.
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• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound to southbound I-35 U-turn closed continuously at Rundberg Lane.
• Through October 2021.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 right lane closed nightly from St. Johns Avenue to US 290 East. The US 290 East exit (#238) will also be closed.
• Sunday, March 14 through Monday, March 15 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 frontage road closed from US 183 to Norwood Park Boulevard.
• Monday, March 15 through Tuesday, March 16 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound US 183 frontage road left lane closed from Norwood Park Boulevard to Clock Tower Drive. The Norwood Park Boulevard entrance ramp will also be closed.
• Monday, March 15 through Thursday, March 18 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound US 183 frontage road closed nightly from Norwood Park Boulevard to Clock Tower Drive. The I-35/Lamar Boulevard exit will also be closed.
• Tuesday, March 16 through Thursday, March 18 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 AT PARMER LANE

PROJECT OVERVIEW | Reduced congestion, improved mobility at Parmer Lane and Lamar Boulevard, operational efficiency, more reliable travel times, lower fuel consumption.

This project’s estimated construction cost is funded by Texas Clear Lanes and CAMPO with an estimated $24.6 million cost.

Construction started in July 2019 with an estimated timeline to be completed by mid-2021. Primoris Services Corporation is the project contractor.

All closures are weather permitting.
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• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 bypass lane closed at Parmer Lane.
• Through early 2021.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 frontage road right-turn lane closed daily at Parmer Lane.
• Monday, March 15 through Wednesday, March 17 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Westbound Howard Lane right lane closed daily at I-35.
• Monday, March 15 through Wednesday, March 17 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 reduced to one lane nightly from Parmer Lane to Braker Lane. The Braker Lane exit (#243) will also be closed.
• Tuesday, March 16 through Wednesday, March 17 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 frontage road right lane closed daily at Howard Lane.
• Tuesday, March 16 through Friday, March 19 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 FROM GRAND AVENUE PARKWAY TO SH-45 NORTH

PROJECT ACTIVITY | Improvements include reversing ramps, constructing an extended entrance/exit lane on the northbound I-35 mainlanes under SH-45 North, along the frontage road, installing high-mast lighting, and improvements at Picadilly Drive and the I-35 frontage road.

The projected cost is estimated at $8.2 million and funded by CAMPO and TxDOT. Construction will start in August 2020 and is anticipated to be complete in mid-2021. The project contractor is Jordan Foster Construction.

All closures are weather permitting.

• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

…..NONE AT THIS TIME

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.

I-35 CORRIDOR & HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE

PROJECT OVERVIEW | These lane closures are associated with ongoing maintenance activities throughout the corridor.

All closures are weather permitting.

• CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIES •

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 right lane closed from 8th Street to 11th Street.
• Sunday, March 14 from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 right two lanes closed nightly from 51st Street to Airport Boulevard. The 46th Street entrance ramp will also be closed.
• Monday, March 15 through Thursday, March 18 from 10 p.m. until 4 a.m.

LANE CLOSURE

Northbound I-35 Conrads Lane/Kohlenberg Road entrance ramp closed permanently.
• Tuesday, March 16.

LANE CLOSURE

Southbound I-35 frontage road right lane closed at Colonial Park Boulevard.
• Friday, March 19 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Read more on construction phasing and additional project details HERE.