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Steinbeck Bend Drive Widening Project Moves Forward
TxDOT plans to award contracts for the road expansion project in 2027.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:22pm
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The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has added the Steinbeck Bend Drive widening project to its list of expected contract awards for next year. The project covers the route leading to the Waco Mammoth National Monument.
Why it matters
The Steinbeck Bend Drive widening is an important infrastructure project that will improve access and traffic flow to the popular Waco Mammoth National Monument, a significant tourist destination in the region.
The details
The Steinbeck Bend Drive widening project will expand the road to accommodate increased traffic and visitation to the Waco Mammoth National Monument. TxDOT plans to award contracts for the project in 2027 as part of its ongoing efforts to improve transportation infrastructure in the Waco area.
- TxDOT added the project to its list of expected contract awards on March 12, 2026.
The players
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Texas' transportation infrastructure.
Waco Mammoth National Monument
A popular tourist destination in Waco, Texas, featuring a preserved site of Pleistocene-era fossils.
What’s next
TxDOT will award contracts for the Steinbeck Bend Drive widening project in 2027, with construction expected to begin shortly after.
The takeaway
The Steinbeck Bend Drive widening project is a crucial infrastructure investment that will improve access and support the continued growth of the Waco Mammoth National Monument as a major tourist attraction in the region.
