San Gabriel Parkway Phase 1

The San Gabriel Parkway Phase 1 project in Leander, Texas, is a new construction roadway development that has reached the end of its regulatory review. TDLR closed the project file in September 2021, marking the completion of the accessibility review process for this construction. The project is located at San Gabriel Parkway, 600 feet west of Logan Del Way to Isaias Drive, in Williamson County. It involves the construction of a new roadway with sidewalks on both sides, curb ramps, and related drainage, utilities, illumination, and landscaping.

The City of Leander is the owner of record for this $2,931,184 project. Freese and Nichols, Inc. served as the design firm. The total square footage of the development is 34,856 sq ft, resulting in a cost of $84 per sq ft. The construction start date was November 2018, and the completion date listed on the filing is September 2021. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2020, and Arturo Alexander Ochoa Pinero is the registered accessibility specialist.

Project Context and Comparisons

This project is one of several major infrastructure investments in Williamson County. Compared to other new construction filings in the county, the estimated cost is above the county median for this type of work. The scheduled build window of 1,057 days is longer than the county median of 245 days. However, the cost per square foot is below the county median of $110. The City of Leander has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $30,309,400, including the Sandy Creek Water Treatment Plant and various roadway facilities. Freese and Nichols, Inc. has worked on six other projects totaling $40,088,190, ranging from urban trails in Austin to county roads in Hutto.

Local coverage has noted the significance of this infrastructure for the region. A post by Community Impact described the San Gabriel Parkway Phase 1 water mains project as adding redundancy and reliability in water transmission during emergency conditions. City of Leander meeting agendas have referenced the project in relation to easements and subsurface anchoring. The area profile for ZIP code 78641 indicates a population of about 93,399 and a median household income of $131,421, with a median owner-occupied home value of $453,100.

The project involves public funds and public land, and is a Federally funded roadway project. The closure of the TDLR file signifies that the specific accessibility requirements for this construction have been addressed and reviewed. The scope of work includes essential civic infrastructure components such as drainage and utilities, which are critical for the long-term functionality of the roadway. The involvement of a registered accessibility specialist ensures that the design meets the necessary standards for public access. The completion of this phase contributes to the broader network of roads and utilities in Leander, supporting the growth and development of the community.