Utility Accommodations Toolkit
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Utility Accommodations Toolkit

The Utility Accommodations Toolkit provides applicable federal and state laws as well as policies and procedures for carrying out utility accommodations activities on transportation projects. These tools assist with assuring compliance with subject laws and policies to ensure that impacted utility owners receive full reimbursement of eligible project costs.

Utility forms and publications
Light poles on roadside and highway over passes
Utility accommodation training

Register for the 2025 ROW Utility Week Conference

Join us at the 2025 ROW Utility Week Conference on November 17-19, 2025 in Round Rock, Texas. This year’s theme, “Driving Innovation: The Future of Communication, Collaboration, and Coordination” highlights our commitment to fostering collaboration opportunities, building partnerships, and sharing the latest advancements in industry technology. The conference will serve as a platform for all TxDOT, utility companies, and consultants to connect, learn, and lead the way forward—together.

Joint trenching opportunities

If you are a broadband or telecommunications provider and are looking for joint trenching opportunities, please visit our joint trench application to identify possible opportunities. You can also reach out to the appropriate district contact to discuss potential TxDOT joint trenching opportunities. For information about other ways to collaborate with TxDOT on broadband builds, please visit TxDOT's Broadband Program homepage or contact broadband@txdot.gov.