The project to improve US 281 north of Stone Oak Parkway continue to progress, with the contractor making some major changes for drivers this weekend including a traffic switch and full lane closure.
Traffic Switch
A traffic switch is planned for this weekend, September 18-20, for commuters traveling on US 281 between Overlook Parkway and Marshall Road. Details on the new traffic pattern drivers will see can be found below.
Southbound Traffic
Southbound commuters will see another traffic pattern change that will be occurring north of Overlook Parkway to south of the Marshall Road intersection by using the newly created southbound frontage road.
Northbound Traffic
Northbound commuters will continue to use the existing mainlanes on US 281. Due to the new traffic pattern, the cross-over sections within this area will be closed. Barriers and barricades will be used to notify the traveling public.
It is crucial that the necessary steps are taken to help facilitate construction. With that in mind, TxDOT has posted detour routes message boards, construction signs, and reduced speed limit signs. This section will encompass a reduction from 65 mph to 55 mph, down to 45 mph.
Full Lane Closures
The intersection at US 281 and Bulverde Road will be fully closed in order to complete work for the traffic switch. Bulverde Road will be fully closed and traffic will be detoured around through Borgfeld Road.
As always, scheduled construction is subject to change due to weather and other variables.
Learn more about navigating through work zones here.