The Texas Department of Transportation proposed a new traffic configuration for the intersection of Gattis School Road and SH 130 near the borders of Hutto, Round Rock and Pflugerville.
In a nutshell
TxDOT held virtual and in-person open houses in September detailing plans to add a diverging diamond designed to improve the intersection.
The proposal also includes new bypass lanes for SH 130 and reconstructing entrance and exit ramps for the toll road, according to project documents.
Per TxDOT, diverging diamond intersections are intended to eliminate left-turn conflicts and reduce traffic accidents.
Why now?
According to TxDOT, the project comes as the area has experienced significant population growth and commercial development.
It is also planned in coordination with the county's East WilCo Highway project and TxDOT's own project to widen a 16-mile section of SH 130.
What's next?
The public comment period for the project closed Oct. 8.
Next, TxDOT will conduct an environmental review to obtain clearance and wrap up design. This phase is expected to be completed in early 2027.
Per the recorded informational open house, TxDOT anticipates bidding the project out in mid-2027. Construction is expected to begin later that year.
