Paris District road report for July 20, 2026

Paris - Here's a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting July 20, 2026. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.

Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)

Contacts: Sherman Area Office 903-892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance 903-893-8831; Fannin Co. Maintenance 903-583-7566.

Grayson County

US 75, from the Collin County Line to FM 902. This project will widen the US 75 mainlanes from the Collin County Line to FM 902 to six lanes. The project will also reconstruct the bridge at County Line Road and construct new u-turn bridges in Van Alstyne near Simmons Loop and in Howe south of Hall Cemetery Road. This project will convert the frontage roads from two-way operation to one-way operation. Two lanes on the US 75 main lanes will remain open in each direction during the daytime hours with occasional lane closures during the nighttime period. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads during construction. A reduced speed limit of 65 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project.

The frontage roads in Van Alstyne and Howe on both the east and west sides of US 75 from County Line Road (CR 375/Panther Parkway) to Haning St. are one-way roads. The pavement work is completed, and both lanes of the frontage roads are open to traffic except at Bear Rd and Hall Cemetery Rd. The sections at Bear Rd and Hall Cemetery Rd. will have only one lane open. There will be occasional lane closures to install work zone striping & other remaining work. The section of frontage road on the east side of US 75 between Kelly Lane and County Line Road will remain as two-way traffic in order to allow traffic on Kelly Lane to travel to County Line Road.

The US 75 frontage roads in Howe were converted to one-way traffic on February 04. This one-way conversion happened on both the east and west sides of US 75 from Hanning St to FM 902. Occasional lane closures will be in place in order to complete remaining items such as backfill and striping.

US 75, from SH 91 (Texoma Parkway) to US 82. This project will rebuild the US 75 mainlanes from SH 91 to US 82 as well as reconstruct the entrance and exit ramps on US 75. The project will also reconstruct bridges at Taylor Street, Lamberth Street and the US 75 main lanes over US 82 and reconstruct the frontage road intersection at SH 91. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project. Two lanes on the US 75 main lanes will remain open in each direction during the daytime hours with occasional further lane closures during the nighttime period. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads during construction.

The US 75 frontage road U-turn at the US 82 frontage road intersection travelling southbound to northbound is closed to traffic to allow crews to continue work on a portion of the new US 75 main lane bridge over US 82. During this closure, traffic is asked to go through the US 75 and US 82 frontage road intersection by making a series of left turns.

US 75 northbound exit ramp to Lamberth Rd. (Exit 63) will be closed from August 20, 2025, to August 2026. This is a long-term closure, and drivers should use the adjacent exits.

Lamberth Dr. Eastbound and westbound to be closed from January 17, 2026 to September 2026.

US 75 southbound entrance ramp from US 82 is closed.

US 75 northbound frontage road intersection with Lamberth Dr (east side) will be closed for long duration from June 13, 2026, to August 3, 2026.

US 75 main lanes and frontage roads at various locations will be closed for short duration during daytime and nighttime due to mobile operations. These closures are short duration closures that will happen between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm or between 8:00 pm and 5:00 am.

US 75, from US 82 to North Loy Lake Road. This project will rebuild and widen the US 75 mainlanes from four lanes to six lanes as well as reconstruct the entrance and exit ramps on US 75. The project will also reconstruct bridges at FM 691, Iron Ore Creek and Spur 503, and add U-turn bridges at Loy Lake Road in Sherman and Spur 503 in Denison. A reduced speed limit of 65 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project. Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on the mainlanes of US 75 as well as frontage road lane closures within the project. Watch for nighttime lane closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 mainlanes, as crews work to construct the new pavement section.

US 75 northbound frontage road between Loy Lake Rd (Sherman) and FM 691 will be closed from March 30, 2026, to February 2027. This is a long-term full closure.

US 75 southbound frontage road between FM 691 and Loy Lake Rd. (Sherman) will be closed from April 20, 2026, to June 2027.

Westbound Spur 503 is closed to traffic near US 75 as the connecting northbound and southbound frontage roads are being built at the new Spur 503 bridge. Westbound traffic will travel to the intersection of Spur 503 and the northbound frontage road and will go north on the new frontage road to access northbound US 75. Motorists wishing to go south will follow the northbound frontage road to Loy Lake Rd, and take the U-turn and continue south until the next available entrance ramp to southbound US 75.

The U-turn lanes for the US 75 frontage roads at FM 691 are closed to traffic. During this closure traffic wishing to make a U-turn at the intersection is asked to turn left onto FM 691 and make another left at the next signal light.

US 75 debris pickup, from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday during the nighttime.

Southmayd Rd at Elba Creek, The bridge at Elba Creek was closed beginning June 25. The bridge replacement is completed and opened to traffic on December 03. Construction crews will continue working on the remaining minor items and motorists are requested to slow down as they drive through the work zone.

FM 697, from east of FM 2729 to US 69, This project will widen FM 697 on each side of the roadway to make the shoulders wider. The project will also safely treat fixed objects and add one course surface treatment on the full width of the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers direct traffic through the work zone.

Prescott Rd, Southmayd. Contractor will continue performing bridge replacement work on the Prescott Road bridge located between Johnny Watson Road and Jelley Road in Grayson County. Majority of the bridge work is completed, and it was opened to traffic on March 31, 2026. Occasional lane closures will be in place to finish the remaining items of work. Motorists are requested to slow down as they drive through the work zone.

Calf Creek Ln. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on Calf Creek Ln bridge located at Calf Creek. The bridge will be closed in both directions beginning March 10, 2026, and will remain closed until August 2026. Road closure signs are installed on the roads leading to the project to inform drivers. Drivers can use Jim Lamb Rd and Whitney Rd. as an alternate route.

Katy Trail. Contractor will be performing work to install shared use path between SPUR 503 and Loy Lake Rd in Denison. This project will provide pedestrian, bicyclists, and non-motorists safe shared use path with highly visible crosswalks and ADA compliant ramps at intersection. Parking areas and respite area are included in the project. Motorists are requested to slow down as they drive through the work zone.

US 69 at US 82. Contractor will perform bridge repair work on US 69 overpass at US 82 in the City of Bells. Traffic will be shifted to one side while the contractor is working on the other side. Motorists are requested to slow down as they drive through the work zone.

Craft Rd. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on Choctaw Creek bridge located at Choctaw Creek. The bridge will be closed in both directions beginning July 07, 2026, and will remain closed until December 2026. Road closure signs are installed on the roads leading to the project to inform drivers. Drivers can utilize Smith Oak Rd or Washburn Rd as an alternate route.

SH 56 East of Sherman. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform level up work on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SS 503 South Service Road, East of SH 91. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform base repair and level up work on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Various Locations. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform application of herbicide on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Fannin County

FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 opened to all traffic on 6/23/2025. Construction crews will continue working on minor items at this location.

SH 56 at Hutchins Creek and at Caney Creek. Watch for lane closures as crews perform bridge repair work. The temporary signals are removed. However, motorists should expect delays as there will be occasional daily lane closures through the construction zone.

SH 78 from FM 273 to Oklahoma State line: Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek. The onsite detour on CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek has been removed. The new bridge is completed and open to traffic. Traffic is asked to approach the bridge slowly and drive at an appropriate speed through the work zone while crews continue working on finishing the remaining bridge work.

CR 2105. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on CR 2105 bridge located at Robert Springs Tributary. The bridge replacement was completed, and the new bridge is open for traffic. Roadwork signs are installed on the roads and there will be occasional road closures to complete the remaining minor work.

CR 2410 at Tanyard Creek. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on the CR 2410 bridge located at Tanyard Creek. The bridge replacement was completed, and the new bridge is open for traffic. Roadwork signs are installed on the roads and there will be occasional road closures to complete the remaining minor work.

CR 3040 at Polecat Creek. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on the CR 3040 bridge located at Polecat Creek. The bridge is closed in both directions and will remain closed until October 2026. Road closure signs are installed on the roads leading to the project to inform drivers. Drivers can use FM 2077 or CR 3045.

CR 2905 at Sloans Creek. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on the CR 2905 bridge located at Sloans Creek. The bridge is closed in both directions and will remain closed until September 2026. Road closure signs are installed on the roads leading to the project to inform drivers. Drivers can use CR 2924 and 2925 or CR 2935 to get onto SH 56 or US 82.

FM 1553. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform seal coat work on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

FM 1396. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform level up and edge work on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

US 82. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform application of herbicide on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Various Locations. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform installation of road signs and mailboxes on the roads. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.

Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties)

Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office 903-885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance 903-537-4976; Hopkins Co. Maintenance 903-885-4031.

Franklin County: FM 21, from SH 37 to Titus County Line. Crews will be rehabbing the existing road. Watch for temporary traffic signals within the work area. Expect slower moving traffic.

Hopkins County: IH 30 from FM 499 to Loop 301. Crews will be performing concrete pavement repairs at night. There will be nightly lane closures during the repair process.

Hopkins County: SH 154 @ SH 11 Wildcat Way. Crews will be performing repairs to the concrete joints in the intersection. The will be daily lane closures during the repair process.

Hopkins County: SH 11 from SH 19 to SH 154. Crews will be performing surfacing operations. Expect lane closures and slower moving traffic.

Hopkins County: IH 30 North Frontage Road at Exit 122. Crews will be performing pavement repairs at the exit ramp. Exit 122 will be closed for the duration of the repairs.

Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)

Contacts: Paris Area Office 903-784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance 903-395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance 903-785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance 903-427-3561.

Lamar County

BU 271 B, from 18th Street SE to 34th Street SE. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install sidewalk on the north and south sides of the roadway.

SH 19/24, Lamar & Delta Counties: from LP 286 intersection to SH 19. Watch for temporary lane closures and lane shifts while crews perform bridge rail upgrades and bridge maintenance.

US 82, Lamar & Red River Counties: from State Loop 286 in Paris to Bowie County Line in Red River County. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures.

1st ST SW & South Main St., Lamar County: from Hearne St. in Paris to Kaufman ST. in Paris. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install a bike lane and perform pavement and curb repairs.

FM 79, at Little Creek. Watch for temporary shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews perform bridge maintenance.

BU 82 H (Bonham St.), from Loop 286 to 11th Street NW. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install sidewalk on the north and south sides of the roadway.

BU 271 (North Main St.), from Price Street to Martin Luther King Drive. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install sidewalk on the east and west sides of the roadway.

FM 905, at Big Sandy Creek. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews perform bridge maintenance.

Loop 286, at SH 19 Overpass. Watch for temporary shoulder, lane, and roadway closures as crews perform bridge repairs and maintenance.

Delta County

SH 154, from SH 19 to BU 24. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures.

FM 1528, from Dallas Avenue to Fort Worth Avenue in Cooper, TX. Watch for temporary road closures and detour while crews rehabilitate the existing roadway.

FM 128, from SH 24 to FM 2675. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.

FM 2068, at West Fork Jernigan Creek Bridge. Watch for temporary lane, shoulder and full roadway closures while crews perform bridge maintenance repairs.

Red River County

FM 2120, from FM 2573 to SH 37. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.

Northeast Texas Trail, Clarksville, Texas. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.

Northeast Texas Trail, from BU 82J to Annona East City Limits. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.

Northeast Texas Trail, from Annona East City Limits to Bowie County Line. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.

BU 82 J, from FM 2825 to High Street (Clarksville). Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install sidewalk on the south sides of the roadway.

Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)

Contacts: Greenville Area Office 903-455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance 903-455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance 903-473-2682.

FM 2642, from FM 35 to SH 66. The contractor has set work zone signs and barricades. Contractor is working on retaining walls on north and south ends of the project. Please slow down, be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

FM 512, from SH 34 to FM 118. Barricades and traffic signs are in place. Contractor will be setting signs and mailboxes. The contractor will performing seal coat. Flaggers will be present. Expect 10 to 15 minutes delay when traveling through this project work zone. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

SH 276, from FM 751 to CR 3609. The 2.6-mile rehabilitation project will add a center turn lane. The contractor has placed barricades and work zone traffic signs. Contractor is now paving final surface. Flagger operations in place while work is being performed. Expect delays in the work zone. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

FM 36, from US 380 to SH 66. The 6.11-mile project will rehabilitate roadway surface and add safety end treatments. Contractor is backfilling edges. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

FM 816, Bridge Replacement. This project will replace two bridges on FM 816 at Loring Creek. Bridge demolition will begin on May 12th. The road will be closed beginning May 12th and traffic should follow detour. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

I-30 Interchange Improvements, from Monte Stratton to FM 1903. Barricades and advance warning signs are in place. Contractor will perform a single lane closure for planned work in the travel lane. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

I-30 Improvements, from CR2511 to FM 36. The contractor is working in the median and on frontage roads. Single lane closure will be installed on FM 1565 bridge eastbound. Expect one lane closures and rolling closures at night. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.

Hunt and Rains Counties

Maintenance crews will be performing pothole repair, roadway sweeping, sign repair work, and mailboxes throughout Hunt and Rains County.

Hunt County maintenance crews will be performing pavement maintenance work on Spur 302 from FM 499 to SH 34.

Rains County maintenance crews will be performing pavement maintenance work on US 69 from FM 513 to FM 1564.

Emergency repair on US 69 from FM 903 to US 69D will be wrapping up this week.

Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.