$47 Million Loop 335 Project Is Coming Near West Plains High School

The one thing that is always constant in Amarillo is construction. Everywhere you turn, you see orange cones, barrels, and signs warning of lane closures ahead. It's annoying and frustrating, and it affects your commutes. However, as annoying as construction can be, it can also be a good thing.

Construction is once again coming to Loop 335 near Arden Road. Yes, it will be the West Plains High School route. At the time, the construction will be a nightmare, but after it is finished, it will be much better. Or so we hope.

What the Loop 335 Project Actually Includes

Texas Department of Transportation

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, Amarillo has received approval to construct the main lanes on Loop 335 from FM 2186 to Arden Road. The current roads are actually the access roads.

This project will construct the main lanes on the loop. It will also put in an overpass at Arden Road.  Arden Road will finally get signal lights. The project will also include high-mast lighting and, last but not least, shared-use paths.

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How Much Will This Construction Cost?

The project is expected to cost $47 million and is set to start at the end of 2026.

When completed, this part of Loop 335 will start to resemble the east part of the loop, similar to Bell, Western, Georgia, etc.

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After this, Amarillo will have to wait for budget approval to continue putting the main lanes on this section of Loop 335.

What This Means for West Plains High School Commuters

For those who travel this road, especially those parents, students, and teachers who travel to West Plains High School, it will be a nightmare for a short time, but once it is finished, that area should be much safer, especially with a traffic light finally in place.