WACO, Texas (July 26, 2021) - TxDOT is working to reconstruct and remove the overpass at the Union Pacific Railroad north of McLane Stadium. Crews plan to close the northbound I-35 entrance ramp north of MLK Boulevard, beginning Friday, July 30, at 6 a.m. for up to one year.

In preparation for the long-term closure, the entrance ramp will be closed overnight from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., beginning tonight, Monday, July 26, to Friday, July 30. This also will mean some overnight closures to northbound I-35 mainlanes near campus.

A temporary ramp to enter the northbound I-35 mainlanes will be constructed north of Forrest Street and open to traffic by 6 a.m. Friday, July 30. To construct the temporary ramp, northbound I-35 will be reduced to one lane from MLK Boulevard to BUS 77 overnight tonight (Monday, July 26), through Friday, July 30, from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Crews also will close the northbound I-35 exit for BUS 77 (Exit 337A) beginning tonight (Monday, July 26) at 7 p.m. for up to one year.

Drivers who need to access BUS 77 will be directed to the exit for US 84/Waco Drive (Exit 338A) where they can turn around using the new turnaround at US 84/Waco Drive to access BUS 77.

Know Before You Go

Be sure to check out the Waco4B map frequently for information about traffic and lane closures. Walkers and bicyclists in Waco can plan their travel by visiting www.waco4bmap.org/#ped. Please remember to stay alert, watch for signage and use designated paths while walking or biking in Waco.