EL PASO, Texas ( KTSM ) — The Artcraft Road project, from the Texas and New Mexico state line to Interstate 10, will begin construction this month, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
The $243.7 million project is designed to “improve mobility in the fast-developing corridor,” according to TxDOT.
According to TxDOT, the project is expected to be completed in 2030.
The following features will be added:
- Direct connectors at the I-10 interchange providing drivers with direct access to I-10 east and west and to Artcraft Road.
- U-turn bridges at the Artcraft Road /I-10 interchange.
- Frontage road improvements between I-10 and SH 20 (Doniphan Drive) will include rebuilding sections of the road and extending the frontage roads in both directions.
- Bridges at the intersections of Artcraft Road at Upper Valley Road and Westside Drive will be added, along with new entrance and exit ramps.
- Shared-use path improvements creating a more accessible, safe, and enjoyable experience for all users.
According to TxDOT, the changes will assist in streamlining traffic at the Artcraft Road and I-10 interchange, enhance east and west-bound travel between NM136 and I-10, and improve access from cargo facilities to the Santa Teresa Border Crossing…