TAHOKA – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is set to begin work on a project that will improve safety and mobility along US 87 in southern Lubbock County.The $21.6-million project will reconstruct the US 87/FM 41 intersection by building a new US 87 bridge, entrance and exit ramps, turn-arounds, and adding safety lighting, said Seve Sisneros, TxDOT’s Brownfield area engineer heading up the project.“US 87 is a major corridor for commerce and travel - connecting the South Plains to the Permian Basin. TxDOT is committed to keep traffic flowing, but US 87 and FM 41 motorists can expect various ...