After announcing construction of the B-1 section of the Grand Parkway set to run through Galveston and Brazoria counties, officials from the Texas Department of Transportation are asking for community feedback on proposed changes.

A closer look

TxDOT is proposing design changes to the approved alignment of the Grand Parkway from Hwy. 288 to I-45 in Brazoria and Galveston counties.

Since the project plan was approved in 2016, land use has changed along the corridor, triggering the design change proposal. The changes are as follows:

• Two diamond interchanges and four overpasses added between I-45 and Hwy. 35
• A shift of the alignment to the north between Hobbs and Calder roads to avoid 26 homes built within the previous plan’s alignment
• Updates to the right of way needs for the southbound direct connector at I-45
• Design modifications at the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe railroads
• The inclusion of 43 stormwater detention ponds along Grand Parkway segment B1 project limits

TxDOT held a virtual public meeting to discuss the proposed changes Oct. 10 and an in-person public meeting at Alvin High School on Oct. 12.

A second in-person open house meeting will be held Oct. 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Lobit Elementary School cafeteria in Dickinson.

TxDOT officials anticipate construction on the B-1 section of the Grand Parkway will begin in 2027 and take three years to complete.

One more thing

Public feedback can also be submitted by mail to the TxDOT Houston District Office, Advanced Project Development Director, P.O. BOX 1386, Houston, or by emailing [email protected].