The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Amarillo District has announced the commencement of a feasibility study to evaluate the potential upgrade of US 87/US 287 to interstate standards, extending I-27 from Amarillo to a logical terminus north of Dumas. The study will focus on the US 87/US 287 corridor in Randall, Potter, and Moore counties, starting from SL 335 in Amarillo and covering the route northward to US 287.
Study Goals and Scope
According to TxDOT officials, the study will assess the current and future transportation, safety, and mobility needs along the US 87/US 287 corridor. The evaluation will explore concepts for upgrading the route to meet interstate standards, analyzing the feasibility, costs, and logistics involved.
This project is part of broader efforts to enhance regional transportation infrastructure, potentially extending the I-27 corridor and supporting economic growth in the Texas Panhandle.
Community Engagement Opportunities
To ensure public input, TxDOT has scheduled a series of public meetings, including virtual and in-person options. These meetings will provide an overview of the study, present existing conditions in the study area, and offer community members an opportunity to share comments, concerns, and questions.
The meeting schedule is as follows:
Dumas
Date: December 4
Location: Moore County Community Building, 1600 South Maddox Ave
Times: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Inclement weather backup date: December 11 at the same location and times.
Amarillo
Date: December 5
Location: Diversity Church, 5631 Pavillard Dr
Times: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Inclement weather backup date: December 12 at the same location and times.
Virtual Meeting Details
Virtual meeting materials will be available online starting December 4 at 2 p.m. These materials will include display boards and other information presented at the in-person meetings, along with options for submitting feedback. The virtual materials will remain accessible throughout the study period.
Call for Community Participation
TxDOT encourages residents, business owners, and stakeholders to attend a meeting or review the virtual materials to engage with the study team. Public input will play a vital role in shaping the study and addressing community needs.
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