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Posted: 6:38 PM Jun 12, 2009
F.M. 121 construction
GUNTER TX-- F.M. 121 has seen its better days. The current road that runs from Gunter to Tioga is cracked and crumpled, and has reached the end of its life. Reporter: Josh StevensonEmail Address: josh.stevenson@kxii.com |
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GUNTER TX-- F.M. 121 has seen its better days. The current road that runs from Gunter to Tioga is cracked and crumpled, and has reached the end of its life.
"That road was last rehabbed about 22 years ago, and 20 years is usually the lifespan for roadways before we have to do something to them.” said TXDOT engineer Kevin Harris.
Today, crews were out putting up barricades and getting ready for the reconstruction, that's scheduled to begin on Monday.
"We will actually scarify the entire roadway from grass to grass, so traffic will be running under construction operations on a daily basis." said Harris.
Cory Wynn lives and works on F.M. 121, and he says while the construction might be a hassle, it's worth the inconvenience to get a new road.
"We have to look at the future out here and the safety of the people and it's definitely something that needs to get done." said Wynn.
TXDOT is asking drivers to use caution when traveling through construction zones, and to have patience.
"Follow the signs; be aware that it's going to be an inconvenience for a while. This project is going to start next week, and is scheduled for completion in July of 2010." said Harris.
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