Construction work is continuing on the new State Highway 349 extension south of Lamesa, which will connect Highway 349 to U.S. Highway 87 just southeast of Lamesa. The bridge that crosses over State Highway 137, pictured looking east, has asphalt on it but still is under construction. Known locally as The Southern Cross, the new four-lane roadway now appears to have asphalt in place for its entire length but is not ready to be opened to traffic. ...