The weekend is bringing a slate of road closures due to the ongoing I-35E Phase 2 Project. Drivers planning to navigate the area might need to schedule some extra time for their trips or seek alternate routes. Starting tomorrow at 8 p.m. through Saturday morning, commuters will encounter a shutdown of the Southbound I-35E frontage road, stretching from Sandy Lake Road to Belt Line Road, according to the City of Carrollton.
Further closures throughout the weekend affect multiple entry and exit points along I-35E, including the Southbound Belt Line Road exit ramp and the Southbound Frankford Road entrance ramp. Large sections of direct connection from the President George Bush Turnpike and Sam Rayburn Tollway to southbound I-35E will also be closed, significantly impacting traffic flow. The Texas Department of Transportation has provided, a comprehensive guide for motorists on their website.
In addition to the weekend turmoil, a significant long-term closure looms for those accustomed to the Luna Road Bridge over I-35E. Starting Wednesday, September 4, the bridge will be closed for an estimated 12 months as TxDOT works on the expansive project. Detour routes will redirect northbound and southbound traffic via Belt Line Road, Whitlock Lane, and other local thoroughfares, details for which can be obtained through TxDOT's outreach platforms. Motorists in need of further guidance on navigating these disruptions can contact TxDOT directly, visit their project website, or text for updates.
