The Texas Department of Transportation plans construction and maintenance work in the Tyler District during the week of Sept. 21. Work schedules are subject to change due to weather, equipment failure or other unforeseen circumstances. Motorists are urged to slow down and pay attention in work zones.

WOOD COUNTY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

U.S. 69/FM 2493 overpass
This week, crews are scheduled to continue work on the new bridge. Traffic will detour under the bridge. Traffic has been shifted to temporary pavement south of the existing U.S. 69 roadway.
The project includes grading, base and asphalt work, drainage improvements, construction of a new overpass, curb and gutter work, and new signs and striping.
• Limits: From 0.96 miles north of FM 779 to 1.03 miles south of FM 779
• Contractor: Lamar Companies LLC
• Cost: $37.9 million
• Anticipated completion: November 2026

SH 37 two-way left-turn lane
• This week: Crews are scheduled to continue installing the hot-mix surface. The speed limit is reduced to 45 mph throughout the project limits.
• About the project: The project includes widening the roadway and installing a continuous two-way left-turn lane.
• Limits: From CR 2460 to CR 2320
• Contractor: Baker & Company Construction LLC
• Cost: $4.1 million
• Anticipated completion: March 2027