More than 320 miles of state roadways are scheduled for preventative maintenance work during the months of July and August. The roads are part of the Lubbock District’s 2020 sealcoat program. Highways in Dawson County to be included in the program are: FM 2053, FM 179 and US 180. “Seal coating provides a variety of benefits to the roadway,” said Mike Wittie P.E., TxDOT Lubbock Area engineer, “including a waterproof surface that prevents moisture from entering and weakening the roadbed. Seal coating also reduces deterioration and cracking of the asphalt surface, which prolongs the life of the pavement.” Other roadway benefits include an ...