US 82 from Fannin County Line to Loop 286 West
Draft environmental assessment and opportunity for a public hearing
Public comment deadline | All hearing requests and comments must be received on or before Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. |
Purpose | TxDOT Paris District is proposing to improve US 82 from Fannin County Line to Loop 286 West of Paris, in Lamar County, Texas. This notice advises the public that a draft environmental assessment (EA) is available for public review and that TxDOT is affording an opportunity for a public hearing on the proposed project. |
Description | The existing US 82 roadway is a two-lane undivided highway with passing lanes and a two-way left turn lane approaching the City of Paris. The proposed project would widen US 82 from two lanes to four lanes from the Fannin County Line to Loop 286. From the Fannin County Line to County Road 33010, the proposed improvements would include two 12 foot wide travel lanes in each direction and a depressed median. From County Road 33010 to Loop 286, the roadway includes two 12-foot-wide travel lanes in each direction and a 16-foot-wide two-way left turn lane. Approximately one mile west of Loop 286, a 10-foot-wide sidewalk would be provided on the south side of US 82. The proposed project would, subject to final design considerations, require additional right of way and potentially displace five residences and seven non-residential structures. Relocation assistance is available for displaced persons and businesses. Information about the TxDOT Relocation Assistance Program and services and benefits for those displaced and other affected property owners, as well as information about the tentative schedule for right-of-way acquisition and construction, can be obtained from the TxDOT district office by calling (903) 737-9282. The proposed project would involve construction in wetlands and would involve an action in a floodplain. |
Accessibility | The project materials are written in English. If you need an interpreter or document translator because English is not your primary language or you have difficulty communicating effectively in English, one will be provided to you. If you have a disability and need assistance, special arrangements can be made to accommodate most needs. If you need interpretation or translation services or you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to review the project materials or submit information, please contact 903-737-9282 no later than 4 p.m. CT, at least three business days before the before the date on which you would like to review the project materials or submit information. Please be aware that advance notice is required as some services and accommodations may require time for TxDOT to arrange. |
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How to make a comment | Comments from the public regarding the proposed project are requested and may be submitted by:
All hearing requests and comments must be received on or before Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. |
Memorandum of Understanding | The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 9, 2019, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT. |
Posted: Oct. 16, 2024