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Port of Galveston, one of the nation’s largest cruise and cargo ports, is currently analyzing the mobility and economic impact of adding a fifth cruise terminal at Pier 14.
The details
The port is hiring a consultant to measure and propose solutions to mitigate the traffic impact in the area near the proposed terminal bounded by Galveston Harbor, 14th Street, 33rd Street and Church Street, according to a July 14 news release from the port.
A recently completed comprehensive traffic study for the proposed terminal indicates minimal traffic impacts on Harborside Drive and other roadways that serve the port’s east cruise area, according to the release.
Looking ahead
Following completion of the traffic study, the port will authorize a mobility study to analyze the terminal’s impact beyond traffic flow, including vehicle, pedestrian and public transit traffic.
The local impact
An economic impact study of the proposed terminal shows that it could significantly boost the local economy with the following:
The city of Galveston and its taxpayers also will benefit directly through cruise passenger and parking fee agreements with the port.
