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Several major transportation projects are underway or set to begin over the summer in the Cypress and Cy-Fair areas, according to local officials. Here are seven updates on local projects in the region.
This list is not comprehensive.
Upcoming projects
1. Hwy. 290 resurfacing
Project: The Texas Department of Transportation plans to resurface and rehabilitate Hwy. 290 from Badtke Road to Telge Road.
Update: According to officials with TxDOT, the project will be approved to move forward by September, with construction starting soon after.
2. Grand Parkway widening
Project: The Grand Parkway is set to be widened from four to six lanes, according to TxDOT officials. The project will span from West Road to south of Hwy. 290.
Update: The widening is on the TxDOT project schedule for April 6, with construction expected to begin over the summer.
3. Gessner Road at Twelve Lakes Blvd. traffic signal study
Project: This project is examining the need for a mast arm traffic signal at the intersection of Gessner Road and Twelve Lakes Boulevard.
Update: Design is underway for a potential light at the intersection.
Ongoing projects
4. Cypress Creek Estates Subdivision improvements
Project: This project will provide subdivision drainage improvements and pavement reconstruction for increased drainage capacity, reduced flood risk, and reduced long-term maintenance costs in the Cypress Creek Estates subdivision.
Update: Funding for this project is approved and will focus on addressing drainage issues throughout the subdivision.
5. Barwood subdivision improvements
Project: This project will provide the Barwood subdivision with drainage improvements and pavement reconstruction throughout the subdivision to increase drainage capacity, reduce flood risk, and reduce long-term maintenance costs.
Update: This project has entered the construction phase, according to Harris County Precinct 3 officials.
6. Cypress North Houston Road
Project: This project will widen Cypress North Houston Road from a two- to four-lane concrete boulevard with raised medians and underground storm sewer system. The project also includes new or upgraded traffic signals at Autumn Mills Road, Misty Moss Lane and Perry Road.
Update: This project is in the design phase.
7. Grant Road widening
Project: Widen two-lane road to four-lane boulevard from Telge Road to Shaw Road.
Update: The project is in the design phase.
Project: The new Greenhouse Road underpass will include an expanded overpass on Hwy. 290, a tunnel structure underneath the Union Pacific railroad, and additional sidewalks and pedestrian crossings.
Update: Bids for construction of the project are now being accepted, according to Precinct 3 officials.
