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Southbound I-35 closures, traffic shifts planned near Riverside Drive in Austin
By Ethan Love at KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
TxDOT will close portions of southbound I-35 and shift frontage road traffic near Riverside Drive this week as construction continues on the Capital Express Central project.
Why this matters in Westlake News
The upcoming closures and traffic shifts on southbound I-35 near Riverside Drive will undoubtedly impact commuters who travel through West Lake Hills to reach downtown Austin. As the Capital Express Central project progresses, residents can expect continued disruptions to their daily routines. The construction is part of a larger effort to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion on I-35, a major thoroughfare that runs through the heart of the Austin area, including Travis County, where West Lake Hills is located. For West Lake Hills residents who work or attend school in Austin, the traffic changes may require adjusting their commute times or exploring alternative routes. It will be crucial for drivers to stay informed about the latest traffic updates and plan their trips accordingly to minimize delays and frustration.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? TxDOT will close portions of southbound I-35 and shift frontage road traffic near Riverside Drive this week as construction continues on the Capital Express Central project.
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