General Info

The Texas Department of Transportation provides the safe, effective and efficient movement of people and goods. It has a staff of more than 12,000 employees. The department is responsible for planning, designing, building, operating and maintaining the state's transportation system. The Texas Department of Transportation also operates aviation, construction, design, finance and maintenance divisions. Its strategic policy and performance management office supports transportation commission in developing a strategic direction for the future of transportation in Texas. In addition, the department issues driver licenses. The Texas Department of Transportation offers road construction solutions. It provides material specifications, guidelines and approves suppliers.