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DFW Connector FAQs

What improvements will be completed by 2014?

The following improvements will be made along the 8.4-mile project.

Reconstructing and expanding State Highway (SH) 114 and SH 121 where they converge
Adding tolled managed lanes to SH 114.
Improving two interchanges along four highways: Farm-to-Market (FM) Road 1709, SH 26, SH 114 and SH 121.

At its widest point on SH 114, the DFW Connector would include six to seven non-toll lanes plus two tolled managed lanes in each direction.

What is a Comprehensive Development Agreement (CDA)?

A comprehensive development agreement (CDA) is the tool TxDOT uses to enable private development of and, in some cases, private investments in the Texas transportation system. This public/private partnership opportunity calls for developing, designing and constructing the project with the potential for maintenance under this design-build CDA. A public/private partnership will accelerate construction by allowing one contractor to both design and construct the project within a CDA. TxDOT will finance and collect the toll revenue on the DFW Connector.

When will construction begin?

Construction could begin in early 2010.

How will TxDOT work to minimize traffic problems during construction?

We will use all of our tools to help keep traffic moving safely during construction. Incentives may be included to encourage contractors to finish construction ahead of schedule and fees could be assessed when lanes are closed to encourage minimal disruption to traffic during peak travel times.

How can I stay informed about the project?

There are many different ways to get information about the project.

Host a meeting with TxDOT Fort Worth District staff and your neighborhood association or community group to discuss the project.
Attend a public hearing for the DFW Connector.
Visit the DFW Connector Web pages.
Subscribe to the DFW Connector e-Newsletter

How can I be sure my comments are heard?

Comments can be submitted at any time during the project development process, either in person, by phone, US mail, e-mail, delivery or fax to:

Texas Department of Transportation, Fort Worth District
PO Box 6868
Fort Worth, Texas 76115-0868
Phone: (817) 370-6500
Fax: (817) 370-6759
E-mail

How can I get involved?

TxDOT open houses, public meetings and public hearings give you an opportunity to provide comments, which become part of the official records of those particular events. Written comments received within 10 days after each event become part of the official record as well.

Written comments are accepted via personal delivery, delivery service, US mail or by fax. Comments received via e-mail will not be in the official record of those events but will be taken into consideration throughout the development of the project.

Will this project address noise issues in the corridor?

Yes. A comprehensive analysis of noise conditions has been conducted along this corridor to identify areas that would be impacted by traffic noise and that would benefit from reasonable and feasible noise abatement, such as noise barriers.

When will right-of-way acquisition begin?

Right-of-way acquisition and utility relocation will begin in late 2009.

What are toll managed lanes?

Toll managed lanes are designed for the long-distance daily commuter wanting the most reliable and time-saving commute. Those drivers can anticipate traffic to flow at a minimum of 50 mph.

Drivers can expect to pay more for managed lane service during peak travel times than at off-peak hours. For example, when demand is low, a lower toll rate will be charged. When demand is high, such as during peak commute times, a higher rate will apply. Certain High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV), such as buses and vanpools, could pay a lower rate during peak hours.

Will I have to pay a toll to use this corridor?

No. Drivers may choose between the non-tolled main lanes or the tolled managed lanes. At its widest point, it would include six to seven non-toll lanes plus two tolled managed lanes in each direction. The managed lanes will be located in the existing median on SH 114.

Will the project have toll booths?

No. The managed lanes will use an electronic tolling system. With an electronic toll tag, tolls are deducted automatically from your prepaid toll account (TxTag, Tolltag or EZ TAG).

Drivers without a toll tag may also use the managed lanes. They will receive a bill after their vehicle license plate is recorded by devices above the toll lanes.