Texas’ population and economy are booming, with much of its growth occurring in the already-congested I-35 corridor. While TxDOT continues to explore roadway improvements to keep us and our economy moving, other options, such as passenger rail service, fit the needs of many travelers and would reduce demand on the state’s roadways. Through the Texas-Oklahoma Passenger Rail Study, TxDOT is studying how passenger rail service could fit this corridor.

Oklahoma City to South Texas

The Texas-Oklahoma Passenger Rail Study is an evaluation of a range of passenger rail service options in an 850-mile corridor from Oklahoma City to South Texas. The study is scheduled to conclude by the end of 2014 after the completion of a service-level environmental impact statement and a service development plan. Both of these reports will document how passenger rail could serve Texas communities and the benefits and impacts of different passenger rail choices. The study will consider the corridor as a whole, as well as three discrete portions of the corridor:

• Oklahoma City to Dallas/Fort Worth
• Dallas/Fort Worth to San Antonio
• San Antonio to Rio Grande Valley/Corpus Christi/Laredo

Draft Alternatives Are Ready for Review
The project team has reviewed possible rail routes and types of service and has recommended a few alternatives for further study. Now is your chance to review this recommendation and let TxDOT know if these are the right choices to study in more detail. Come to a public meeting  or participate online.

Partners

Because the corridor extends into Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation is an important partner in the study. In addition, transit service providers, railroads, metropolitan planning organizations, cities and counties, and community members will be engaged throughout the study.

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