Fort Worth's bustling University Drive is getting a break from the jackhammers and concrete mixers, as construction pauses for the annual influx of cowboy boots and rodeo fans. Starting this Saturday, all lanes will be open-breasted to pave the way for visitors hitting up the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, according to the City of Fort Worth.
Before the hammers pick up again, drivers can expect smoother rides and unobstructed access to the area's main attractions such as the Fort Worth Zoo, trendy shops, and mouth-watering eateries, nestled by the serene Trinity River trails. The expansive renovation plan for University Drive isn't just your average street facelift — it's an upgrade that promises to revamp the entire strip into a six-lane thoroughfare, complete with a divider to keep things orderly, parking spots for when you just gotta stop and check something out, bike lanes for the pedal pushers, and snazzy pedestrian crosswalks to stride over with ease.
Commuters can look forward to improved bus stops that'll make getting around a whole lot less of a headache. As per the city's upgrade blueprint, these enhancements constitute Phase 1 of the mission to polish up one of Fort Worth's key arteries. This phase is due to wrap up in March, once the rodeo dust settles.
Locals eager to keep a finger on the pulse of progress — or just to avoid getting stuck in a jam — can sign up for updates quicker than you can drawl "y'all." Just text "HELLO" to 844-960-3326, and you'll get the scoop straight to your phone. Alternatively, scan the QR code provided by the city, or you can always give Bereket Birhane, the project manager, a ring at 817-392-2547 if you want to get the skinny straight from the horse's mouth. The city's project page is also keeping track of the nitty-gritty details for anyone with a mind to learn more.
