US – 287 from IH 45 to Southeast County Road 2040 - Public Hearing
CSJ: 0122-01-033
Purpose:
The purpose of the meeting is to present the planned improvements and solicit public comments on the proposed roadway improvements to US 287 from Interstate Highway (IH) 45 in Corsicana to Southeast County Road 2040 (SE CR 2040) in Navarro County, Texas. The hearing will be an open house format from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with formal presentation starting at 7:00 p.m. Comments must be received on or before Wednesday, June 5, 2019, to be a part of the official record.
Description:
The proposed project would reconstruct and widen approximately 5.77 miles of US 287 to a four-lane roadway from IH 45 to SE CR 2040, in Corsicana and Mildred, within Navarro County, Texas. Expansion would consist of four, 12 to 14-foot wide lanes with varying shoulder widths. US 287 would also have 5-foot wide sidewalks on both sides of the road. A northbound continuous right turn lane would be constructed adjacent to the school campuses in Mildred to help school zone traffic operations. Right and left turn lanes would be provided as appropriate along the project.The proposed project would require approximately 38.4 acres of additional right-of-way (ROW) and 1.02 acres of permanent easement to expand the roadway. One residential structure would be displaced.
Special Accommodations:
Special accommodations: TxDOT makes every reasonable effort to accommodate the needs of the public. The open house will be in English. If you have a special communication accommodation or need for an interpreter, a request can be made. If you have a disability and need assistance, special arrangements can also be made to accommodate most needs. Please call (214) 320-4480 at least two working days prior to the meeting. Please be aware that advance notice is requested as some accommodations may require time for TxDOT to arrange.
Memorandum of Understanding:
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
Open House: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Formal Presentation: 7:00 p.m.
Mildred High School
5475 US 287
Corsicana, TX 75109