Read about the following transportation updates in Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs.
Upcoming projects
Darden Hill Road/CR 162 Phase 2
Project: Hays County will construct a four-lane divided roadway spanning 1.7 miles from the Sawyer Ranch roundabout to RM 1826.
Update: A partially executed utility coordination public service announcement and work authorization is expected to be presented to the Hays County Commissioners Court on April 14.
- Timeline: slated to complete summer 2027
- Cost: $51.79 million
- Funding source: the 2016 road bond funded the schematic design
Ongoing projects
Oak Hill Parkway
Project: The 7-mile stretch of highway has been undergoing a $677 million facelift since 2021. TxDOT is currently reconstructing Hwy. 290 in Oak Hill, transforming the existing four-lane, undivided roadway to a six-lane divided highway with new frontage roads and 14 miles of shared-use paths, according to TxDOT documents.
Update: As early as April, the Convict Hill cross-street bridge will open.
- Timeline: 2022-26 (total project)
- Cost: $677 million allocated for the entire project
- Funding source: TxDOT