Why 610 West Loop will be even more of a traffic nightmare for weeks

Traffic moves along a freeway in Houston on Sept. 6, 2017. (KPRC)

HOUSTON – Houston is notorious for the crowded roads, but 610 is among one of the most packed.

An ongoing construction project on I-610 and I-69 has been causing drivers a headache since February 2018, and things are about to get worse.

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Here is what TxDOT is saying about the project:

New lane closures: 

Starting Monday at 5 a.m. there will only be one lane closed on the West Loop in both north and southbound directions between Westpark Drive and Bissonnet Street.

What is the point?

TxDOT says the lane closure will allow crews to continue working on the new West Loop connector ramp to 69 and the installation of new overhead sign bridges.

How long will this last?

The lanes closed Monday at 5 a.m. and will remain closed for about six weeks until Monday, July 1.

For more information about the project visit www.dot.state.tx.us or check the TxDOT Twitter page.

 

 


About the Author:

Daniela Sternitzky-Di Napoli has been a digital news editor at KPRC 2 since 2018. She is a published poet and has background in creative writing and journalism. Daniela has covered events like Hurricane Harvey and the Astros World Series win. In her spare time, Daniela is an avid reader and loves to spend time with her two miniature dachshunds.