Dallas I-345 Rebuild Gets Federal Fast-Track Nod
Published Date: 11/2/2025
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Summary
Texas is gearing up to rebuild a 2.8-mile stretch of I-345 in Dallas, lowering six main lanes to improve traffic flow. The Texas Department of Transportation and federal agencies have given the green light, but if anyone wants to challenge this, they must act by April 2, 2026. This project promises smoother drives and shows serious investment in Texas roads!
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I-345 Reconstruction in Dallas Planned
TxDOT and federal agencies will reconstruct 2.848 miles of I-345 from I-30 to Spur 366 in Dallas County by depressing six 12-foot mainlanes (three lanes in each direction). The final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for the project are part of the approved actions.
Deadline to Challenge Project: April 2, 2026
If you want to file a legal claim to seek judicial review of the federal approvals for the I-345 project, your claim must be filed on or before April 2, 2026 (or sooner if another Federal law gives a shorter filing period).
Final EA and FONSI Available at TxDOT Office
The final Environmental Assessment (EA), Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI dated September 15, 2025), and other project documents are available from the TxDOT Dallas District Office at 4777 E Highway 80, Mesquite, TX 75150; telephone (214) 320-4480, Monday–Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time.
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