[Ben Ficklin]

Well yes. Dallas and Fort worth were able to dictate that the TTC 35 would connect to the DFW Donut. However, that didn't help Desoto, or numerous others along 35, 20, and 635, who were also in the ROT group.

You also shouldn't underestimate the influence that Houston had on the I 69 route.

BTW, Little Rock and Memphis also joined ROT.

[wolfcreek]

To me that just solidifies my belief that Perry was more interested in creating fly throughs for foreign goods rather than helping the average Texan. (Limited access)

The TTCs would basically destroy any investments along standard trade routes opening the door for foreign company concessions along the new routes. (non compete clauses)