Study Description

The scope of this study is an approximate 15-mile section of SH 242 from I-45 to US 59 in Montgomery County.

Current Conditions

The existing roadway consists of an undivided two-lane roadway, signals and turning lanes present at major intersections.

Construction of a four-lane divided roadway has been completed from I-45 to Needham Road.

Proposed Improvements

• The proposed roadway improvement project would upgrade the existing two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane divided roadway.
• The proposed project would be constructed within existing right of way.

Partners

This study is a partnership between TxDOT and the Federal Highway Administration.

Get Involved

• Project Location Map
• Public Meeting Summary Report - August 2009
  
• SH 242 Schematic from I-45 to East of San Jacinto River
• SH 242 Schematic from East of San Jacinto River to FM 1314
• SH 242 Schematic from East of FM 1314 to Old Houston Road
• SH 242 Schematic from East of Old Houston Road to FM 1485
• SH 242 Schematic from East of FM 1485 to Nortcrest Trail
• SH 242 Schematic from Northcrest Trail to I-69

Contact

Texas Department of Transportation
PO Box 1386
Houston, TX 77251-1386

(713) 802-5076