New Braunfels city officials release statement regarding Klein Road reconstruction

When paving work began, portions of the road work began experiencing failures and the city hired an outside engineer to investigate the issues, according to city officials.

The third-party engineer determined the failures were a result of J3 Co.'s construction work, and the city began working with the company to correct the issues. Discussions between the entities were ongoing for more than a year, according to the city.

City officials announced Oct. 28 that the contractor was not willing to correct the work, and the city will move forward to correct the issues either through J3 Co.’s surety or through another contractor.

The city does not yet have an estimate for the repairs needed.

“This is a critical road project in our community,” said Justin Meadows, New Braunfels mayor pro tem and City Council member for District 2, where the project is located. “I will continue being a strong advocate for completing this project correctly and holding the responsible party accountable.”

Phase 2 of the project was approved by residents in the 2019 bond and covers the portion of Klein Road between FM 725 and Walnut Avenue. That project will remain separate from Phase 1, and the city will utilize a different contractor.