
It takes about 12 inches of water to float most vehicles, and the rushing water across the I-30 frontage road last month was no match for a 2019 Ford Fiesta.
On this page
Featured stories

Eighteen women representing TxDOT traveled to Virginia to hone their leadership skills.

From small bumps to a good rattle, potholes seem to pop up like wildflowers in Texas over the winter and spring months.

TxDOT crews in Beaumont and Houston are working to clear roads where ice formed overnight.

AUSTIN – Here’s what the Texas Transportation Commission discussed and approved at its January 2025 meeting.
News releases

TxDOT is raising awareness about the tragic reality of human trafficking and empowering employees and travelers across the state to watch out for the signs to help stop this horrific crime.

Amid a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the Texas Department of Transportation is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to help make Texas roads safer and enhance mobility across the state.

Thousands of Texas families are devastated by drunk driving crashes every year, and the problem gets worse during the holidays.

Despite more drivers on the road, a historic amount of TxDOT projects have helped reduce traffic delays and ease commutes across the state according to a new report from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI).
TxDOT editorial

Round and round we go
Welcome to National Roundabouts Week, a week-long celebration of the much safer variety of intersection.

Meeting the moment with a historic transportation investment
While growth poses challenges, TxDOT is meeting the moment with a record investment in our transportation system to ensure Texas remains the preferred destination for families and businesses.

Local news

TxDOT breaks ground on transformational I-35 Capital Express Central project
Safety and mobility improvements include two non-tolled high-occupancy-vehicle lanes in each direction, widened bridges and enhanced bike and ped paths.

I-45 construction begins in Houston
TxDOT leadership kicked off the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project construction with a big celebration touting the $13 billion effort as a gamechanger for the Houston area.

El Paso implements first variable speed limit in Texas
The proven safety measure aims to address speed related crashes.
Latest on social media
TxDOT campaigns and outreach

Browse our seasonal public service announcements and download materials to help spread the word.

Learn about how we're keeping highways beautiful and preserving Texas history.

TN Magazine
Read the latest issue of our official, bi-monthly employee news magazine. Download the latest issue of TN.
Read TN online