Grayson County, Texas -- Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that the Southbound US 75 exit to Panther Pkwy will be closed on Sept. 23, for about 3 or 4 hours between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

This closure is needed to safely perform the overlay work on the frontage road. Closing the exit ramp will mitigate the potential for frequent instances of traffic veering off their lane. It will also mitigate the potential for driver confusion that may be caused due to two merge points located directly at the work area. Crews will be laying hot mix asphalt overlay on the frontage road. The closure will allow for the hot mix asphalt to cool down before it is opened to traffic. A message board will be placed ahead of the ramp to alert drivers.

Drivers can use the exit ramp just north of FM 121 and continue south on the frontage road.

Motorists who travel frequently in this area are asked to pay special attention to all barricades, traffic controls and signs, and to reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.

For more information, please contact Kristen.Prater@txdot.gov or call (903) 737-9213.