#ST 15-01A  FREEPORT PARKWAY, (BETHEL RD TO I-635)

The design contract for Freeport Parkway improvements was completed by J. Volk Consulting for a total contract amount of $726,000.  The project includes full pavement replacement, bridge reconstruction, utility replacement / rehabilitation, landscaping enhancement, geometry improvements, trail construction, lighting, and a new traffic signal. The construction project was awarded to Texas Sterling Construction Co. for a total contract amount of $16,519,808.64. It is estimated that construction will be completed in late 2019.

Latest Update: 
On Monday, May 21, traffic on Freeport Parkway from W. Bethel to Dividend was reduced to one lane on the west side of the roadway.

There is also one short transition for northbound traffic back to the east side of the median through the railroad crossing because the temporary gate arms have not yet been installed.

These lane closures will be in place for the duration of the Freeport Parkway Rehabilitation project, which is expected to take 18-24 months.

Previous Updates:
May 17, 2018 - Freeport Parkway Construction Update
April 12, 2018 - Freeport Construction Underway
March 8, 2018 - Road Closure at Freeport and Southwestern

TAX 2017A NEIGHBORHOOD ALLEY REPLACEMENT PROJECT #4

Selected neighborhood alleyways were chosen to be reconstructed based on pavement study results. Impacted alleyways are associated with Cambria Drive North & South, Woodhurst Drive South, Clear Haven-Still Forest and Tara Court. Construction is scheduled to start in late summer 2018 and is anticipated to be complete in late spring 2019. This project was awarded to Indus Road and Bridge, Inc. in the amount of $896,564.00. Caution should be exercised by anyone travelling within the alley construction zone.

If you have any questions or concerns about the project please contact Jamie Brierton, Project Manager at (972)462-5151 or email jbrierton@coppelltx.gov​

PROJECTS IN DESIGN

TAX 2014A  PARKWAY BOULEVARD

A design contract for the Parkway Boulevard improvements was awarded to J. Volk Consultants, Inc. in August 2015. The project consists of removal and replacement of pavement, water, and sewer lines from Heartz Road to Lodge Road. The project will include an 8' sidepath/trail on the north side of the road from Heartz Road to Moore Road and a 6' sidewalk along the south side of the roadway. Anticipated construction in 2019. The city will host a public meeting after bids are received and Council awards the project.

If you have questions about the project, please contact, George Marshall, P.E., Engineering Manager at (972)304-3562 or email gmarshall @coppelltx.gov ​

TAX 2015B  PLANTATION DRIVE AND MO SSY OAKS STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT 

The design for these improvements is currently underway with Pape-Dawson Engineers. The project will impact the entire length of Plantation Drive and Mossy Oaks Street. The project includes complete pavement reconstruction and utility upgrades. Construction is anticipated in FY 2019-2020.

If you have any questions or concerns about the project please contact Jamie Brierton, Project Manager at (972)462-5151 or email jbrierton@coppelltx.gov​​​

TAX 2016B AIRLINE DRIVE 

A design contract for the reconstruction of Airline Drive was awarded to Kimley-Horn in summer 2017. The project consists of concrete replacement, utility upgrades and sidewalk improvements. The project will also improve drainage. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2019.

If you have any questions or concerns about the project please contact Jamie Brierton, Project Manager at (972)462-5151 or email jbrierton@coppelltx.gov​​​

SIDEWALK REPAIR PROCESS

1. DAMAGED SIDEWALK IS DEMOLISHED & REMOVED

2. GROUND IS COMPACTED & PREPARED

3. WOOD FORMS ARE SET AND REBAR IS PLACED

4. CONCRETE IS POURED & CURES/DRIES TYPICALLY 24-72 HOURS

5. CONTROL JOINTS ARE SAWCUT AND SEALANT IS APPLIED TO EXPANSION JOINTS, IF ANY