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SH 242 in Conroe, TX
from E. of Needham Rd to W. of FM 1314, Conroe, TX, 77385
SH 242 is a new construction project at from E. of Needham Rd to W. of FM 1314, Conroe, in Montgomery County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish May 2023 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $40.0M across about 56,400 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $40.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 56,400 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $709/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3y 11mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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160 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
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1,400 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About SH 242
Csj: 3538-01-035 is a new construction project in Montgomery County to widen State Highway 242 from two lanes to a four-lane non-freeway facility. The filing covers a stretch of roadway from east of Needham Road to west of Farm to Market Road 1314 in Conroe, Texas 77385. The estimated cost for this expansion is $40,000,000, with a total area of 56,400 square feet, resulting in a computed cost of $709 per square foot.
This project is significantly larger than typical new construction filings in the county. Among 3,016 registered new construction projects in Montgomery County, the median estimated cost is $800,000 and the median size is 9,262 square feet. This highway widening project’s cost is above the county median for its type, placing it in the top quarter of filings. Its scheduled build window of 1,400 days is longer than the county median of 212 days, and its $709 per square foot is above the county median of $100 per square foot.
Project Status and Timeline
TDLR completed plan review in February 2019, and construction was scheduled to begin in July 2019. The filing listed a completion date of May 2023. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The project is registered with TDLR and involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project. The registered accessibility specialist for the filing is Frank Fonseca.
The site is located in a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE, according to the National Flood Hazard Layer. The surrounding area in ZIP code 77385 has a population of about 26,889, with a median household income of $112,798 and a median owner-occupied home value of $294,900. Nearby businesses include Roofing 365 LLC, LIT HOME SERVICES, and Pumpco Septic Solutions. Other registered projects in the immediate area include Seasons Assisted Living and Memory Care II and Stableton Park.
TxDOT District: Houston has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $427,491,389, including a $372,430,000 project in Houston and a $37,585,124 project in Katy. The Montgomery County unemployment rate was 4.9 percent in June 2026, higher than a year earlier. This project represents a significant infrastructure investment in the Conroe corridor, aimed at improving traffic flow and safety on a key regional route.
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SH 242 is a New Construction project located at from E. of Needham Rd to W. of FM 1314, Conroe, TX 77385 in Conroe, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $40.0M covering 56,400 sq ft. TxDOT District: Houston is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on February 21, 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SH 242 widening project in Conroe finished?
TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. Although the filing listed a completion date of May 2023, the public record does not confirm that the construction is complete or that the site is in its final state.
How much does the CSJ 3538-01-035 project cost?
The estimated cost for the State Highway 242 widening project is $40,000,000. This figure is above the median estimated cost for new construction filings in Montgomery County, which is $800,000.
Who is the owner of this Conroe highway project?
The owner of record is TxDOT District: Houston. The project is registered with TDLR and involves public funds or Federally funded roadway work.
What is the scope of work for this project?
The scope of work is to widen State Highway 242 from two lanes to a four-lane non-freeway facility. The project covers the stretch from east of Needham Road to west of FM 1314.
Is the site in a flood zone?
Yes, the site is located inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE, according to the National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is SH 242?
SH 242 is a new construction project at from E. of Needham Rd to W. of FM 1314 in Conroe, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Widen from 2 lanes to 4 lane non freeway facility
Is SH 242 open in Conroe?
SH 242 was scheduled to finish construction in May 2023 according to its TDLR registration, but TDLR has not recorded a final accessibility inspection, so its opening status is not confirmed in the public record.
Where is SH 242 located?
SH 242 is located at from E. of Needham Rd to W. of FM 1314, Conroe, TX, 77385, in Montgomery County.
Who is the owner or developer of SH 242?
TxDOT District: Houston is the property owner/developer of record for SH 242, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does SH 242 cost and how big is it?
SH 242 has an estimated construction value of $40.0M and approximately 56,400 square feet (about $709/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Widen from 2 lanes to 4 lane non freeway facility
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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from E. of Needham Rd to W. of FM 1314, Conroe, TX, 77385
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