BU 77 and SL 484 from I-35 to FM 434 (University Parks Drive)
In-person public meeting with virtual option
Virtual: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, by 5:30 p.m.
In-person option: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
| Public comment deadline | All comments must be received on or before Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. |
| Virtual details | The virtual meeting will consist of a prerecorded video presentation and will include both audio and visual components. The presentation will be posted online, on this webpage, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, by 5:30 p.m. If you do not have internet access, you may call 469-678-3200 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to ask questions and access project materials during the project development process. |
| In-person details | Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Texas Sports Hall of Fame (The Great Hall), 1108 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, TX 76706 The in-person option will be held in an open house format where attendees will be able to view a prerecorded video presentation, review hard copies of project materials, ask questions of TxDOT staff and consultants, and leave written comments. |
| Purpose | The purpose of the public meeting is to receive public comment on updated design plans for proposed improvements to Business (BU) 77 from I-35 to FM 434 (University Parks Drive) and State Loop (SL) 484 in McLennan County, Texas. |
| Description | BU 77 is currently an access-controlled facility that includes frontage roads and ramps. This project would convert the existing access-controlled facility into an urban boulevard with pedestrian/bicycle accommodations. Improvements for this project include replacing the existing pavement, adding shared-use paths, and replacing existing bridges. Intersection alternatives are being analyzed for safety and traffic operation improvements. SL 484 would be realigned into SL 574 (South MLK Jr. Boulevard). The proposed roadway realignment would be an urban boulevard including a shared-use path. Although additional right of way would be required, no residential or non-residential structures are anticipated to be displaced at this time. Information concerning services and benefits available to affected property owners and information about the tentative schedule for right-of-way acquisition and construction can be obtained from the TxDOT Waco District Office by calling 254-867-2700. The proposed project would involve an action in a floodplain. Any environmental documentation or studies, any maps and drawings showing the project location and design, tentative construction schedules, and other information regarding the proposed project are on file and available for inspection Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the TxDOT Waco District Office, 100 S. Loop Dr., Waco, TX 76704. These materials will also be available in hard copy form for review at the in-person option. |
| Accessibility | The in-person meeting with virtual option will be conducted 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 attend and participate in the in-person meeting or virtual option, please contact the Public Involvement Coordinator at 512-761-2711 no later than 4 p.m. CT, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Please be aware that advance notice is required as some services and accommodations may require time for the Texas Department of Transportation to arrange. |
| Meeting materials | |
| How to make a comment | Written comments from the public regarding the proposed project are requested and may be submitted by:
All comments must be received on or before Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. |
| 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 July 17, 2025, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT. |
Posted: Sept. 10, 2025
Project reference numbers: 0014-10-064, 0049-01-103