The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is set to begin work on a project that will make improvement to 5.6 miles of US 60 in Parmer County. The project will make needed improvements and repairs to the pavement and is expected to enhance the overall safety of the roadway.
“Construction work on the $14.8 million project is scheduled to begin Monday, May 16, with contractor Kiewit Infrastructure South Co., of Fort Worth, setting signs and barricades, then the following Monday, May 23, work to make improvements to the roadway shoulder is scheduled to begin,” said Steve Perez, P.E., TxDOT Littlefield Area Engineer and Project Manager.
Motorists traveling on US 60, over the summer months, will see traffic reduced to one lane at various times throughout the project limits as work crews mill the existing pavement, then cement treat and resurface the roadway.
“Drivers should be aware that speed limits in the construction zone will be reduced to 65 mph.” Perez added.
Motorists are urged to use caution when driving through the work zone, since crews will be working in close proximity to traffic and should keep the following tips in mind:
Slow down and always follow posted work zone speed limits. Speeding is one of the major causes of work zone crashes. Remember, traffic fines double in work zones.
Pay attention. Workers and heavy equipment may only be a few feet from passing vehicles.
Be patient. Delays from roadway construction can be frustrating, but it only takes a few extra minutes to slow down for a work zone.
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(News release from TxDOT, Lubbock District)
