EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 As Texas experiences rapid population and economic growth, targeted congestion-relief transportation investments are helping drivers spend less time in traffic, saving Texans millions annually. <\/p>\n
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has released its 2025 Texas Top 100 Congested Road Segments report, developed with the Texas A&M Transportation Institute. <\/p>\n
The report compares 2024 conditions with 2017, revealing a 12% decrease in statewide delays despite a 12% increase in travel. <\/p>\n
This improvement saved commuters an estimated $1.8 billion in 2024, translating to $240 in annual savings per commuter.<\/p>\n
Lauren Macias-Cervantes from TxDOT explained in KFOX14 Community Conversations that roughly half of the top 100 most congested road segments were under construction in 2024, amid a record-breaking number of active projects. <\/p>\n
TxDOT currently has more than $60 billion in active construction projects across the state, targeting major chokepoints and improving the transportation system’s efficiency.<\/p>\n
While most congested roads are in larger Texas cities like Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, El Paso also made the list. <\/p>\n
For all vehicles, Montana Ave. from Global Reach Dr. to Joe Battle Blvd. ranks 76th. <\/p>\n
For trucks, I-10 from the Texas state line to Transmountain Rd. ranks 81st, and I-10 from Hawkins Blvd. to Lee Trevino Dr. ranks 100th.<\/p>\n
WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW:<\/p>\n
Community Conversations: El Paso roads rank among Texas’ most congested, report shows<\/p>\n<\/p>\n