SPUR 601 Project

SPUR 601 is a TxDOT project dedicated to providing a safe, efficient and reliable new corridor to improve the mobility in east-central El Paso.

Current Conditions

The City of El Paso is experiencing rapid growth as a result of the expansion of the US Department of Defense to Fort Bliss as well as private development along Loop 375, also known as Purple Heart Memorial Freeway. Fort Bliss is currently developing a Temporary Unit of Action Facility to house new troops, and the City of El Paso recently annexed land east of Loop 375 to accommodate the planned development of housing subdivisions.

Proposed Improvements

To meet the corresponding demand of significant traffic growth, the proposed SPUR 601 provides a 7.4 mile mobility connection between US 54 on the west and Loop 375 on the east. The alignment follows the existing Fred Wilson Avenue from US 54 to the Airport Road/Sergeant Major Boulevard intersection, progresses eastward through an undeveloped area north of and along Founders/Walter Jones Boulevards, traverses the property lines between El Paso International Airport, Biggs Army Airfield and Fort Bliss Military Reservation and terminates at Loop 375.

Partners

The SPUR 601 team is working in partnership with the United States Army, the City of El Paso, roadway users and other interested parties to provide for the future transportation needs of an area that is destined for rapid, road user growth.