Arlington’s roads are getting a makeover, with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) deep in the throes of the Southeast Connector Project. A colossal effort aimed to overhaul and widen a stretch of 16 miles covering I-20, I-820, and US 287. This $2.1 billion undertaking is set to streamline the county’s transport network by 2027. In a bid to keep the city’s commuters well-informed, the City of Arlington issues weekly updates—accessible on their official website—with the latest scoop on closures and detours that could impact daily travel plans.
According to an announcement from the City of Arlington, motorists navigating US 287 faced a significant closure. Northbound lanes at Sublett Road were shut down from the night of July 11 to the morning of July 12 to facilitate construction, though alternate routes were suggested, travelers were urged to plan accordingly. It’s a hefty inconvenience, sure, but one that promises smoother travels upon project completion.
The changes don’t stop there. The northbound I-820 lanes are seeing their share of shake-ups. A long-term closure is in place for the exit ramp to Lancaster Ave./Craig Street until mid-August, while both northbound and southbound sections faced overnight closures and lane reductions on July 12-13. The technical details of these maneuvers? You can find them neatly lined up on the project’s webpage…