Crews expect to begin the demolition and reconstruction of the Williams bridge later this summer.
TxDOT and the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization are funding the $70 million project.
Wheelis said other upcoming work includes widening the northbound I-35 frontage road, reconstructing the southbound I-35 frontage road and constructing a new entrance ramp along southbound I-35.
Most recently, TxDOT crews reconstructed driveways at Austin Avenue and are constructing designated turn lanes at the Williams intersection.
Construction started in October 2020 and is expected to be complete mid-2023.
OTHER PROJECTS
CR 245 improvements
Williamson County began a series of improvements meant to better traffic flow around Sun City in July. The project consists of reconstructing the two-lane CR 245 from Williams Drive to Ronald Reagan Boulevard to an interim three-lane roadway with a center turn lane. The three-lane roadway will eventually be expanded to a six-lane road.
Timeline: July 2022-fall 2023
Cost: TBD
Funding source: Williamson County
Wolf Ranch Parkway turn lane
Construction of a turn lane at Wolf Ranch Parkway at Blue Blaze Trail caused congested traffic in July and August, according to the city. The turn lane is a part of Wolf Ranch Phase 5.
Timeline: July 11- Aug. 12
Cost: N/A (included in the total cost of Wolf Ranch Phase 5)
Funding source: Hillwood Development Co.
