US 285 North Corridor from FM 1216 to .01 mile south of the New Mexico state line

Permian Promise

Project description

TxDOT is proposing improvements to US 285 North from FM 1216 north of Pecos, Texas to 0.1 mile south of the New Mexico state line. The corridor is approximately 51 miles long and passes through Culberson and Reeves counties.

The corridor is split into three separate projects goals are to improve safety and enhance mobility on and near US 285 North. Between 2016 and 2021, traffic along this roadway increased by 34.5 percent and more than 839 crashes were recorded between 2016 and 2021.

The proposed project would include:

Widening to a four-lane divided highway with two lanes in each direction, as well as both inside and outside shoulders
A wide center median and/or barrier
Providing median openings as needed. Median openings would include left-turn/deceleration lanes

Public involvement

The purpose of public involvement is to share project information and updates, present proposed project information, and collect public input. TxDOT is committed to working closely with the public on this project. All input will be considered as TxDOT moves forward in developing a plan to enhance the safety of this corridor while preparing for future growth.