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🚧 Traffic Advisory for IH 20 and FM 644 in Mitchell County, Abilene, TX
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Abilene, Texas. Residents of Mitchell County and commuters within the Abilene, Texas area are advised of two separate transportation maintenance activities scheduled to take place. Maintenance crews will be working on the IH 20 frontage road stretching between mile markers 214 to 199. To ensure the safety and management of traffic during this period, traffic control personnel will be deployed to aid with direct traffic flow effectively. Furthermore, simultaneous maintenance operations will proceed on FM 644 involving culvert and ditch maintenance. Motorists should anticipate at least one lane closure and prepare to adhere to flagger instructions as they navigate the designated work zone. The public is advised to account for potential delays when traveling through these areas and to heed all traffic control measures.
Direct connector construction continues from US 84 to I-20 Friday
NOLAN COUNTY, Texas — A contractor for the Texas Department of Transportation is closing main lanes of Interstate 20 westbound, just east of Roscoe on Friday, May 3. The closure is part of continued construction of the US 84 to I-20 direct connector bridge and will be a daytime only closure, from approximately 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
DETOUR AHEAD: TxDOT closes stretch of I-20, outlines safe path through Roscoe
ROSCOE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Make room in your commute for a detour through Roscoe. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) starts bridge construction on Friday. TxDOT Abilene posted a notice on Thursday, alerting Nolan County commuters of construction at the US-84 to I-20 direct connector bridge. This closure will begin Friday, May 3, and will […]
Interstate 20 eastbound lanes near Roscoe temporarily closed Tuesday
NOLAN COUNTY, Texas — Nolan County drivers may experience detours Tuesday as main lanes of Interstate 20 eastbound near Roscoe will be closed Tuesday. A Texas Department of Transportation contractor will close the lanes on I-20 between mile markers 237 and 239 near Roscoe for continued construction of the US Hwy 84E to I-20E direct connector bridge. The closure will be in the daytime only.
Local Resident Demetrio Davila to Graduate from TSTC, Plans to Work as Electrical Technician in Mitchell County
Demetrio Davila, from Colorado City, Texas, decided to return to college after seeing technicians at his previous job at a Sweetwater gypsum plant. He saw the opportunity for better working hours and more responsibility. Davila joined the Electromechanical Technology program at Texas State Technical College (TSTC) and is due to graduate this month with an Associate of Applied Science degree. His father, also a TSTC graduate, works as an I&E technician.
Roadside grass fire in West Nolan County
NOLAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Roscoe Volunteer Fire Department is working on a large roadside fire. Courtesy of the Roscoe Volunteer Fire Department Emergency crews were dispatched to a fire along I-20 at mile marker 230 near Nolan County’s west county line at 3:26 p.m. on March 3. Traffic is diverted to the slow […]
🚧 Roadwork and Sign Maintenance Scheduled in Mitchell County, Texas
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Abilene, Texas. Local transportation agencies have announced upcoming maintenance activities in Mitchell County. On State Highway 163 (SH 163), maintenance crews will be working near mile marker 396. It is important to note that the work is planned in a manner to avoid any encroachment on the roadway, ensuring that traffic flow is not directly interrupted. Additionally, sign maintenance will take place along Farm to Market 1308 (FM 1308), where crews will be engaged in repairing and replacing damaged signs. Residents and commuters are advised to exercise caution when driving through these areas, reducing speed and being vigilant for the presence of work crews and equipment. Motorists should expect potential delays and are encouraged to allot additional travel time or seek alternative routes if necessary.
🚧 Maintenance Work Alert on IH 20 in Mitchell County
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Abilene, Texas. Residents of Mitchell County should be aware of maintenance work scheduled to take place on IH 20 at mile marker 224. Despite the operations being confined to the shoulder, motorists are advised to reduce speed and use caution when traveling through this area. It is recommended to navigate away from the lane closest to the maintenance crew and their equipment to ensure the safety of both the workers and the passing vehicles. As of now, the work is not expected to directly affect traffic flow.
🚧 Traffic Advisory for SH 163 and FM 1229 in Mitchell County
All times are local to the original poster from Abilene, Texas. Local residents and commuters in Mitchell County should prepare for traffic disruptions due to scheduled maintenance activities. Repairs on SH 163 are set to take place at mile marker 396. Motorists are advised to reduce their speed and be vigilant for the presence of crewmen working on site. Additionally, there will be a tree trimming operation on FM 1229, specifically between mile markers 298 and 300. Traffic control will be in place to guide vehicles safely through the mobile work zone. Drivers should allocate extra travel time to accommodate for these activities and ensure the safety of the road crews during this period. The community is encouraged to plan their routes accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
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