Several infrastructure improvements are upcoming in New Braunfels, including a new bridge and lane realignment aimed at enhancing safety and managing truck traffic.

Upcoming projects

New bridge over Dry Comal Creek, Altgelt Lane realignment

Project: The project includes the realignment of Altgelt Lane and the construction of a new bridge over Dry Comal Creek, allowing the county to manage and maintain the infrastructure outside the city limits.

Update: The New Braunfels City Council approved Comal County's request to disannex approximately 3 acres of land along Altgelt Lane at an Oct. 28 council meeting.
  • Timeline: TBD
  • Cost: TBD
  • Funding source: Comal County
Goodwin / Conrads Lane Reconstruction


Project: Reconstruction of Goodwin Lane is planned from FM 306 to Conrads Lane, as well as the reconstruction of Conrads Lane from Goodwin Lane to I-35. The addition of shared-use paths and drainage improvements is also planed for this area.

Update: The City is preparing to receive bids for this project, with work expected to begin early next year.
  • Timeline: Early 2025
  • Cost: $10.7 million
  • Funding source: City of New Braunfels; 2019 Bond Program
McQueeney Road Improvements

Project: The McQueeney Road project involves milling and overlaying the roadway, with targeted base repairs and the completion of sidewalk gaps to improve pedestrian access and safety.

Update: City officials expect to begin construction on McQueeney Road within the next few months, part of the 2023 Bond transportation projects.
  • Timeline: TBD
  • Cost: $2.16 million
  • Funding source: City of New Braunfels; 2023 Bond Program
Union Avenue Improvements


Project: The Union Avenue project will include milling and overlaying the roadway, along with spot base repairs and the installation of sidewalks where gaps currently exist, from Lincoln Street to Common Street. Additionally, this project includes a joint contract with New Braunfels Utilities to complete water system improvements.

Update: Construction on Union Avenue is anticipated to start within the next few months, as part of the 2023 Bond transportation projects.
  • Timeline: TBD
  • Cost: $2.5 million
  • Funding source: City of New Braunfels; 2023 Bond Program
Citywide intersection improvements

Project: This citywide initiative will enhance traffic signals and improve intersections at multiple key locations, including:
  • Hwy. 46 and Hueco Springs Loop
  • Hwy. 46 and Mission Valley Road
  • Hwy. 46 and FM 1863/Alyssa Way
  • Hwy. 46 and Independence Drive
  • Loop 337 and Borchers Boulevard
  • Walnut Avenue and Gardenia Drive
Update: Construction for the intersection improvements is expected to begin within the next few months as part of the 2023 bond projects.
  • Timeline: TBD
  • Cost: TBD
  • Funding source: City of New Braunfels; 2023 Bond