ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that Katie Martin, PE, has been selected as the new Atlanta District Engineer. In her new position, Martin will oversee the planning, design, building, operation, and maintenance of the state transportation system for the Atlanta District’s nine-county area.

“It’s an honor to serve the people of this district,” Martin said. “I will work very hard to continue the momentum and deliver projects that serve the citizens of east Texas."

The Atlanta District includes Bowie, Camp, Cass, Harrison, Marion, Morris, Panola, Titus, and Upshur counties.  

Martin has served as the Atlanta District Director of Transportation Planning and Development since 2022. Prior to that, she served as Advance Planning Engineer. In that role, she coordinated contract administration, led planning programs, and helped develop mobility projects. She began her career with TxDOT in 2001 after obtaining her Bachelor of Science in mathematics from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge.

Martin volunteers with the Cub Scouts, the Christian-based youth organization AWANA, the Atlanta Education Foundation, and the Atlanta Athletic Boosters Board. She has also coached youth sports and organized events.