TxDOT continues U.S. 281 construction

TxDOT contractors work near the Lampasas High School entrance on Thursday afternoon. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
TxDOT contractors work near the Lampasas High School entrance on Thursday afternoon. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

The Texas Department of Transportation Brownwood District is making progress on its plans to revamp U.S. Highway 281.

TxDOT officials said construction at the Lampasas High School entrance and improvements near Sulphur Creek for the new portion of Business 281 is continuing.

Since June 12, contracted crews have been working at the LHS campus entrance. Although no lane changes are being made, TxDOT i…