71 overpass construction begins with groundbreaking

The Texas Department of Transportation broke ground last week on a $58.5 million project along the Texas 71 corridor near Bastrop.

State and local officials celebrated the start of construction Oct. 28 for a new overpass at the Tucker Hill Lane intersection. The project includes oneway frontage roads and improved bicycle and pedestrian accommodation.

“As population growth and development in Central Texas continues to increase, the project will enhance safety and mobility,” said Tucker Ferguson, TxDOT Austin district engineer.