Projects by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) have helped reduce traffic delays and ease commutes across the state, according to a new report from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI).
The TTI analyzed the top 100 congested roadways and found that despite the number of miles traveled on the road increasing by 7% in the last five years, traffic delays in Texas are down 7% in the same period.
The study also found that commuters are saving approximately $915 million in time and fuel costs thanks to key infrastructure improvements.
“We can see that our projects are having a significant impact on our roadways, helping improve efficiency and connectivity across the state,” TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams said. “As our population and economy continue to grow, there’s a considerable need for more projects, and this report helps guide our work to areas that need it most.”
Roughly half of the top 100 most congested road segments were under construction in 2023 amid a record-breaking number of active projects. Many of the projects are funded through Texas Clear Lanes, an initiative to reduce congestion in the state’s most populated areas.
These projects help improve safety, increase efficiency and provide congestion relief. They also help increase trade through the freight industry, supporting a thriving Texas economy.
TTI’s findings show that enhancements to infrastructure and evolving travel patterns are helping to manage congestion as traffic demand grows.
Source: TxDOT, Odessa American
