TxDOT to Shut Down Westbound I-14 in Killeen Overnight

Closure planned from Sunday 7 PM to Monday 5 AM for construction project

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:51pm

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A highly stylized, geometric illustration of a highway interchange at night, rendered in bold, sweeping gradients of deep blue and purple. The composition captures the grand scale and forced perspective of the overpass and ramps, without any text or identifiable elements.An overnight closure of a major highway in Killeen, Texas highlights the disruption and logistical challenges of infrastructure construction projects.Killeen Today

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will be closing all westbound lanes of Interstate 14 in Killeen, Texas, from Sunday night at 7 PM through Monday morning at 5 AM. The closure will be in effect from west of Trimmier Road to the off-ramp to State Highway 195 as part of an ongoing construction project.

Why it matters

This overnight closure will cause significant delays and disruptions for drivers traveling through Killeen during that time period. Commuters and travelers should plan ahead and seek alternate routes to avoid the impacted section of I-14.

The details

TxDOT is shutting down the westbound lanes of I-14 in order to continue work on a previous construction project in the area. The closure will be in effect from 7 PM on Sunday, April 19 through 5 AM on Monday, April 19, 2026.

  • The westbound I-14 closure will begin at 7 PM on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
  • The westbound I-14 closure will end at 5 AM on Monday, April 19, 2026.

The players

TxDOT

The Texas Department of Transportation, the state agency responsible for maintaining and improving the state's transportation infrastructure.

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What’s next

Drivers should plan ahead, seek alternate routes, and exercise caution when approaching the work zone during the overnight closure.

The takeaway

This overnight closure of westbound I-14 in Killeen will cause significant disruptions for drivers, underscoring the need for commuters and travelers to stay informed about road construction projects and plan their routes accordingly.