Update on transportation projects in the Katy area

By: Asia Armour - Community Impact

There are currently multiple construction projects happening now in the Katy area. Read down below to find out more about the cost, timeline, scope and funding source for each project.

I-10 expansion

The Texas Department of Transportation has been reconstructing I-10 from FM 359 to the Brazos River by adding one main lane in each direction. The project’s purpose is to make grade separations and expand the road’s capacity.

Cost: $141.5 million

Timeline: 2017-25

Funding source: TxDOT

FM 2855 restoration

TxDOT is resurfacing FM 2855 from FM 529 to Hwy. 90. The project covers just over 6 miles of road in the northwest Katy area. Originally set to be completed in May, the road’s asphalt had to be removed and replaced TxDOT officials said.

Cost: $5.06 million

Timeline: Feb. 2022-Feb.2023

Funding source: TxDOT

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