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First step toward FM 407 relief under I-35W nears completion
Summary by Flower Mound News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Micah Pearce , as published by Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The project, funded by Denton County, has recently finished striping on FM 407 under the bridge.
Denton County's effort to alleviate traffic congestion on FM 407 under I-35W is nearing completion. The project, funded by Denton County, has recently finished striping on FM 407 under the bridge. This update allows for two lanes of traffic to proceed in both directions.
Northlake Mayor Montini observed the intersection and reported no backups in any direction, a notable improvement. Further details on the project, including its total cost and expected completion date of the final product, are available from the source. The current improvement is a step toward relieving traffic issues in the area.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Denton County's effort to alleviate traffic congestion on FM 407 under I-35W is nearing completion. The project, funded by Denton County, has recently finished striping on FM 407 under the bridge…
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