
Providing leadership to the region in the planning, funding,
and development of a safe, efficient multimodal transportation system.


TRAFFIC ALERTS
1 IN 4 TRAFFIC DEATHS CAUSED BY DRUNK DRIVERS
TxDOT urges Texans to consider the tragic impact before getting behind the wheel after drinking
Last year, 24% of all traffic deaths in Texas were caused by drunk driving. That translates to an average of one person dying every eight hours and 15 minutes. In 2021, Texas saw 25,261 drunk driving related traffic crashes—an increase of 9% over 2020.
The Faces of Drunk Driving campaign reminds us that the human toll of a drunk driving crash devastates the lives of survivors forever. Drinking and driving can have serious physical, emotional and financial consequences that can last for years. A DWI/DUI can be expensive and lead to legal hassles, difficulty finding or keeping a job, loss of trust from loved ones, and regret
This year’s campaign will feature events around the state to share stories of Texans who deal with the consequences of a drunk driving crash every day of their lives. Events will include an exhibit of powerful video testimonials. Full video stories and other impaired driving information can be found at SoberRides.org.
The Faces of Drunk Driving summer campaign is an important piece of the larger Drive Sober. No Regrets. campaign. It is a key component of #EndTheStreakTX, a broader social media and word-of-mouth effort that encourages drivers to make safer choices while behind the wheel, like wearing a seat belt, driving the speed limit, never texting and driving and never driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. November 7, 2000, was the last deathless day on Texas roadways. #EndTheStreakTX asks all Texans to commit to driving safely to help end the streak of daily deaths on Texas roadways.
For media inquiries, contact Odessa District public information officer Gene Powell at gene.powell@txdot.gov or (432) 498-4746.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Interregional Corridor Study Town Hall Meeting - Midland on September 20th, 2021.

Shale Energy Conference
The conference took place from Wednesday June 9th to Thursday, June 10th. Over 300 attendees were registered. Many attendees came by our booth to discuss transportation, growth in the region, and needs related to their industry specialty. The presenters were excellent and Bill Frawley, TTI, was able to join us as well.
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