Construction set to begin on Kyle sidewalk project near school campus

The development of a passageway along the road will provide a protected space to families and students walking or riding to Kyle Elementary School, according to the city of Kyle.

Blanco Street was recognized as a priority project in the city’s Sidewalk Master Plan due to gaps in the sidewalk and its proximity to both the road and the elementary school.

The start of the project’s construction was planned for the Hays CISD spring break period to reduce its impact on school traffic, according to the city.

The majority of Blanco Street will be closed to through traffic during the week while crews work. City staff members will be present to help residents access homes and driveways.

Diving deeper

Phase 1’s temporary one-way road and pedestrian corridor setup will be used until city staff complete utility work and finalize the design for a permanent sidewalk. Crews will develop a new sidewalk in Phase 2 of the project.

Blanco Street will revert to a two-way road following the sidewalk’s completion.