would take the freeway from Coit Road and existing U.S. 380 around the northern portion of McKinney, connecting back to existing U.S. 380 near FM 1827, east of McKinney. The project is meant to manage congestion and improve east-west mobility and safety, according to TxDOT. It would displace 22 residents and 35 businesses.
Segment D would be more expensive to construct, and the area has less opportunity for development, according to TxDOT’sThe estimated design and construction of segment C is about $640 million compared to $768.7 million for segment D, but those estimates are likely to change as the project progresses, Schein said.
The Thompson’s raise shorthorn cattle for Future Farmers of America and 4-H students, provide boarding for injured horses and sell hay, pecans and honey from their 46-acre ranch off of FM 2933. The couple spent the past 14 years turning their retirement property and home into a “farmland jewel.” But they waited until last year to build their dream home on the land, following the announcement of TxDOT’s recommended alignment for U.S. 380.
“In essence, it is going to destroy the farm,” David Thompson said. The couple has no plans to move. They would not be able to afford “anything similar, even on a small scale” in Collin County.Some businesses will be affected no matter if segment C or D is chosen.