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In far west Texas, the Borderland Expressway—a road currently proposed to alleviate I-10 congestion—will provide an alternative route around the Northeast side of El Paso. Though still in the initial phases without a defined timeline, this project aims to accommodate regional traffic effectively.
The Driving Force Behind Infrastructure Growth
The primary reason behind such extensive infrastructure projects in Texas is astonishing population growth. The state's population ballooned from about 17 million to over 31 million in the past three decades, creating an unprecedented demand for efficient transportation. Such rapid growth places Texas squarely at the top of the list for population increases among U.S. states.