INSIDE INFORMATION
Austin transportation
BY BEN THOMPSON
WHO’S IN CHARGE? Road work responsibilities in and around Austin can fall to the city, county or state as well as private companies or utilities. Di erent city departments work on streets and may have more information about their projects for residents.
1325 DID YOU KNOW? Many roads in Austin are owned by the Texas Department of Transportation. The state, not the city, is responsible for maintenance. 620
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LEARN MORE ABOUT A ROAD PROJECT
UNDERSTANDING ROAD WORK
Every year, thousands of road projects take place throughout Austin. Have you ever wondered what was causing the delay on your commute or closing down your neighborhood street, and how to learn more?
Austin Transportation and Public Works
Many di erent entities work on Austin streets. Residents can contact the city using 311 for more information or to le a request.
Roads maintained by TxDOT
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CITY STRUCTURE City departments tied to road work merged this year with a goal of improving their activities and customer service for residents.
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While Transportation and Public Works handles general road work, hundreds of millions of dollars in voter-approved bonds are funding other improvements residents may see around the city such as: BUILDING WITH BONDS
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Requests related to road work concerns can be ledthrough the city's nonemergency line HAVE A REQUEST? • Dial 311 or 512-974-2000 • Use the mobile app • Fill out an online form at www.austintexas.gov/department/311
TYPES OF COMMON ROAD WORK The most commonly requested permits by public and private entities include:
“ THE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT PRIORITIZES WORK THAT IMPROVES SAFETY AND MOBILITY FOR ALL USERS OF A STREET, INCLUDING PEOPLE WALKING, BIKING AND DRIVING.” AUSTIN TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS SPOKESPERSON
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Excavations Temporary use of right of way
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Driveway, sidewalk, curb and gutter work
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Bridges
Bikeways
Most city permits are issued for utility-related construction, such as gas or water lines.
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Residents can make requests related to stop signs, speed bumps, crosswalks, sidewalk upgrades, streetlight repairs or pothole patching —through 311. Residents can also request local speed studies on a rst-come, rst-served basis, which could lead to tra c calming measures. 60 resident requests are selected by city sta each spring and fall, while city sta choose 60 of their own.
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PUBLIC WORK Right of way includes public land such as streets, sidewalks or anything else up to private property lines. Right of way work can be completed by the city or private entities.
Austin’s right of way management team received and reviewed
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permits were issued.
More information on various road projects is available through the city and state.
For mobility bond projects, call 512-974-2300 or email mobilitybonds@austintexas.gov
Residents can reach TxDOT Austin District O ce at 512-832-7000
Residents can reach Austin Transportation and Public Works at 512-974-1150
permit requests this scal year.
plans for tra c control around road work were approved.
NOTE: THE 311 SYSTEM HAS AN OPTION FOR RIGHT OF WAY SERVICE REQUESTS.
SOURCES: AUSTIN TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION COMMUNITY IMPACT
SOURCES: AUSTIN TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION COMMUNITY IMPACT
HIGHLAND 5775 Airport Blvd (512) 366-8300 ARBORETUM 10515 North Mopac Expressway (512) 342-6893
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