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TxDOT 973-Operations Center in Austin, TX
5501 North FM 973, Austin, TX, 78724
TxDOT 973-Operations Center is a new construction project at 5501 North FM 973, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jun 2023). The project has an estimated value of $30.0M across about 89,072 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $30.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 89,072 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $337/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 6mo
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44 days after the preceding date shown.
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547 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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📰About TxDOT 973-Operations Center
The Operations Center at 5501 North FM 973 in Austin is a new 89,072-square-foot facility constructed by TxDOT District: Austin. The project, filed as TxDOT 973-Operations Center, involved a consolidated shared operations center within a shared structure. TDLR closed the project file in June 2023, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. Census estimates for the 78724 ZIP code indicate a population of about 29,326 and a median household income of $76,906.
Project Scope and Design
Marmon Mok Architecture served as the design firm of record for this new construction effort. The estimated cost for the project was $30,000,000, resulting in a computed cost of $337 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $125 per square foot for new construction filings in Travis County. The scheduled build window was 547 days, which is longer than the county median of 304 days for similar projects. Frank Fonseca was the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The project involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project.
TxDOT District: Austin has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $43,083,076, including work in San Marcos and Dripping Springs. Marmon Mok Architecture has six other registered projects totaling $137,160,000, with work in San Antonio and Austin.
Registration and Status
The project was registered with TDLR in October 2021, with construction starting in December 2021. The completion date on the filing was June 2023. The TDLR status is listed as Project Closed. The Travis County unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in July 2026. The project is one of 863 registered in the last 24 months in Travis County. The median estimated cost for these projects is $1,000,000.
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TxDOT 973-Operations Center is a New Construction project located at 5501 North FM 973, Austin, TX 78724 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $30.0M covering 89,072 sq ft. TxDOT District: Austin is the property owner and Marmon Mok Architecture is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 18, 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Operations Center open for business?
The TDLR record shows the project file was closed in June 2023, indicating the construction accessibility review is complete. This status confirms the building was constructed but does not provide information about current operating hours or public access.
Who designed the Operations Center?
Marmon Mok Architecture is listed as the design firm of record for the project. They are responsible for the architectural design of the 89,072-square-foot facility in Austin.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost for the Operations Center is $30,000,000. This amount results in a cost of $337 per square foot, which is above the median cost for similar new construction projects in Travis County.
Where is the Operations Center located?
The facility is located at 5501 North FM 973, Austin, TX 78724.
What is TxDOT 973-Operations Center?
TxDOT 973-Operations Center is a new construction project at 5501 North FM 973 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Project includes a consolidated shared operations center within a shared facility
Is TxDOT 973-Operations Center open in Austin?
Construction on TxDOT 973-Operations Center is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jun 2023. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is TxDOT 973-Operations Center located?
TxDOT 973-Operations Center is located at 5501 North FM 973, Austin, TX, 78724, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of TxDOT 973-Operations Center?
TxDOT District: Austin is the property owner/developer of record for TxDOT 973-Operations Center, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for TxDOT 973-Operations Center?
Marmon Mok Architecture is the design firm of record for TxDOT 973-Operations Center, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does TxDOT 973-Operations Center cost and how big is it?
TxDOT 973-Operations Center has an estimated construction value of $30.0M and approximately 89,072 square feet (about $337/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Project includes a consolidated shared operations center within a shared 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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5501 North FM 973, Austin, TX, 78724
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