The area's first project using pass-through financing, Spur 601, is already under construction now. Pass-through financing expedites progress by letting local governments or private entities provide upfront financing for construction costs, then the state partially reimburses the costs over time by paying a fee for each vehicle that uses the road. In this case, the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority, the Texas Department of Transportation and a private developer are collaborating to get this project completed quickly.
When finished, Spur 601 will be a 7.4-mile highway connecting the US 54 Patriot Freeway to Loop 375 Purple Heart Highway. It will provide a major new connection for Fort Bliss and the surrounding areas.