TxDOT Breaks Ground on Spur 399 Expansion in Growing Collin County

Groundbreaking for Spur 399 Expansion

• 📌 The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Spur 399 and U.S. 380 expansion project in Collin County.
• 🛣️ This event marks the first phase of construction for the project, aimed at alleviating traffic and supporting growth.

Project Scope and Investment

• 🗺️ The project includes widening Spur 399 and SH5 between Stewart Road and El Dorado Parkway.
• 💰 A new eight-lane freeway spanning over six miles is planned, with an estimated cost of $967.1 million.

Collin County's Rapid Growth

• 📈 Collin County is experiencing significant population growth, adding the fourth most residents nationwide in 2024.
• 🏘️ Cities like Princeton, Celina, Anna, and Melissa have seen substantial population increases, exceeding 10%.
• 🏗️ The county is also a national leader in new housing construction.

Importance of Transportation Infrastructure

• 🌟 Texas, with the world's eighth-largest economy, relies on strong transportation systems to maintain and grow its economic standing.
• 🚀 Expanding roadways is crucial to keep pace with economic growth and ensure the state's continued development.