FM 1423 (Val Verde Road)

TxDOT is proposing to widen FM 1423 from SH 107 to BU 83 in Hidalgo County, a length of approximately 8.4 miles. FM 1423 between SH 107 and BU 83 is experiencing reduced safety and operational efficiencies. The proposed widening project would expand the existing two-lane roadway to a six-lane roadway with a raised median and left-turn lanes, sidewalks, shared-use paths, and installation of concrete curbs and gutters for stormwater drainage. 

In February 2023, a virtual public meeting with an in-person option was held to convert FM 1423 from SH 107 to Minnesota Road to a four-lane roadway with a continuous center turning lane. Following this meeting, TxDOT’s review of future needs resulted in moving forward with a wider design. TxDOT is now proposing to convert this section to a six-lane roadway with a raised median and left-turn lanes, which would be consistent throughout the entire project length, from SH 107 to BU 83. Additional changes made since the public meeting include small areas of additional right-of-way acquisition at Anderson Road and Maryland Drive.

Subject to final design considerations, the proposed widening project would require additional right of way and potentially displace 15 residences and 24 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 Pharr District Office by the Right of Way Supervisor at 956-702-6287.

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 the TxDOT Public Involvement Specialist at 956-702-6161 no later than 4 p.m. CT, at least three business days 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 require time for TxDOT to arrange.

Los materiales del proyecto están escritos en inglés. Si usted necesita un intérprete o un traductor de documentos porque su idioma principal no es el inglés o tiene alguna dificultad para comunicarse eficazmente en inglés, se le proporcionará uno. Si usted tiene alguna discapacidad y necesita ayuda, se pueden hacer arreglos especiales para atender la mayoría de las necesidades. Si usted necesita servicios de interpretación o traducción o es una persona con alguna discapacidad que requiera una adaptación para revisar los materiales o enviar información, por favor póngase en contacto con Especialista en Participación Publica de TxDOT al (956) 702-6161 a más tardar a las 4:00 p.m. hora central, al menos tres días hábiles antes de la fecha en la que desea revisar los materiales del proyecto o enviar información. Por favor sepa que es necesario dar aviso con anticipación, ya que algunos servicios y adaptaciones pueden requerir tiempo para que TxDOT los organice.

• Notice
• Notice (Español)
• Fact sheet/project location map
• Fact sheet/project location map (Español)
• Comment form
• Public meeting - Feb. 14, 2023

Original schematic

• Schematic 1
• Schematic 2
• Schematic 3

Updated schematic

• Schematic 1
• Schematic 2
• Schematic 3

• Mail:
  TxDOT Pharr District Office
  c/o Environmental Project Planner
  600 W. Interstate 2
  Pharr, TX 78577 
  
• Email: as shown in the notice.

All comments must be received on or before Monday, May 19, 2025.