FM 756 - Jeff Davis Drive to FM 344
Project overview
TxDOT is developing plans for the expansion of FM 756 from Jeff Davis Drive in Tyler, south to FM 344 near Bullard. The scope of work includes widening the existing two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided highway with a continuous left-turn lane. Proposed improvements also include a grade-separated interchange at the intersection of FM 346.
Details
Enhancements include:
- Widening from a two-lane roadway to a four-lane highway with flush medians
- Redesigning roadway alignment to meet current design standards
- Constructing a grade-separated interchange (overpass and ramps) at FM 346, with FM 756 bridging over FM 346.
This project will require the acquisition of new right of way from adjacent property owners.
Get involved
The following public outreach has occurred:
- TxDOT issued a Finding of No Significant Impact and Final Environmental Assessment on Jan. 21, 2022.
- TxDOT presented the draft EA and the recommended design alternative for public comment at the public hearing on July 15, 2021.
- TxDOT presented the preferred alternative for public comment on June 25, 2019, at the second public meeting.
- TxDOT presented three design alternatives for public comment on Jan. 15, 2019, at the first public meeting.
Schedule
The project is expected to be constructed in two phases. Phase 1 extends from Jeff Davis Drive south to FM 346, and includes the FM 756 overpass at FM 346. Phase 2 extends from just south of FM 346 to FM 344 near Bullard.
Next steps include:
- Right-of-Way acquisition - ongoing (began 2023), expect to complete summer 2025
- Utility relocations - beginning summer 2025
- Phase 1 construction - to begin as early as fall 2026*
- Phase 2 construction - to begin as early as summer 2031*
*Dates subject to change