Road widening project underway in Alton
· KRGV (NBC 5)
A road widening project has commenced in Alton, closing part of FM 494 near Mile 4 East for approximately three months. The Texas Department of Transportation is enhancing the area with new sidewalks, ramps, and traffic signals, extending construction 2,000 feet east from the intersection. The project is slated for completion in October 2026, coinciding with the start of the school year. TxDOT spokesperson Ray Pedraza acknowledged potential impacts on bus routes and traffic to a nearby school, urging drivers to utilize the designated detour or find alternate routes.
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