FM 89 (Buffalo Gap Road) Project

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In 2015, TxDOT, the Abilene MPO and the city of Abilene identified FM 89 (Buffalo Gap Road) as a top priority transportation project candidate. FM 89 is the main arterial highway between the communities of Abilene and Wylie and has a variable mix of residential and commercial properties along the roadway. As these communities have expanded over the past several years, traffic from US 83/84 to Chimney Rock Road has increased significantly, creating congestion, increased crash rates and several other safety concerns for the traveling public, as well as pedestrians. In an effort to enhance the safety for all users of FM 89, a transportation study was conducted to help identify improvements that could be made to the roadway. This study analyzed issues such as: Impacts to safety through access management with the use of raised medians Drainage issues and possible solutions Ways to provide improved pedestrian access Right of way needs for future roadway expansion Environmental impacts Public involvement

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