Construction updates
Construction on the Big 6 project began on Dec. 1, 2025.
Current activity
Lane closures
Friday, July 10
- Southbound mainlanes between Harvey Road and Texas Avenue – Full Closure – 8:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.
- All southbound traffic must exit through the Southwest Parkway exit ramp and may re-enter the mainlanes at the Texas Avenue/Deacon Drive traffic signal. Additionally, the ramps north of Harvey Road, Southwest Parkway and Harvey Mitchell Parkway will be closed. Please note that ramp closures will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 12
- Northbound mainlanes between Barron Road and Harvey Road – Full Closure – 7:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.
- All northbound traffic must exit at Rock Prairie Road and may re-enter the mainlanes south of Harvey Road. Entrance ramps south of Barron Road, Harvey Mitchell Parkway, and Southwest Parkway will also be closed. Drivers traveling to Texas Avenue should use Harvey Mitchell Parkway/Southwest Parkway and turn left onto Texas Avenue. When the mainlanes reopen, northbound traffic will be shifted from the existing mainlanes onto the newly constructed temporary widening pavement. Drivers should be alert for the new traffic pattern and follow all posted signs.
Monday, July 13
- Northbound mainlanes between Barron Road and Harvey Road – Full Closure – 7:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.
- All northbound traffic must exit at Rock Prairie Road and may re-enter the mainlanes south of Harvey Road. Entrance ramps south of Barron Road, Harvey Mitchell Parkway, and Southwest Parkway will also be closed. Drivers traveling to Texas Avenue should use Harvey Mitchell Parkway/Southwest Parkway and turn left onto Texas Avenue. When the mainlanes reopen, northbound traffic will be shifted from the existing mainlanes onto the newly constructed temporary widening pavement. Drivers should be alert for the new traffic pattern and follow all posted signs.
Tuesday, July 14
- Southbound mainlanes between Harvey Road and Texas Avenue – Full Closure – 7:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.
- All southbound traffic must exit through the Southwest Parkway exit ramp and may re-enter the mainlanes at the Texas Avenue/Deacon Drive traffic signal. Additionally, the ramps north of Harvey Road, Southwest Parkway and Harvey Mitchell Parkway will be closed. When the mainlanes reopen, northbound traffic will be shifted from the existing mainlanes onto the newly constructed temporary widening pavement. Drivers should be alert for the new traffic pattern and follow all posted signs.
Wednesday, July 15
- Southbound mainlanes between Harvey Road and Texas Avenue – Full Closure – 7:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.
- All southbound traffic must exit through the Southwest Parkway exit ramp and may re-enter the mainlanes at the Texas Avenue/Deacon Drive traffic signal. Additionally, the ramps north of Harvey Road, Southwest Parkway and Harvey Mitchell Parkway will be closed. When the mainlanes reopen, northbound traffic will be shifted from the existing mainlanes onto the newly constructed temporary widening pavement. Drivers should be alert for the new traffic pattern and follow all posted signs.
Looking ahead
Here's what can be expected in the next six months:
- Two main lanes in each direction will be maintained throughout construction
- Majority of the work will be on the main lanes
- Construction of temporary pavement and retaining walls