Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
United States Gypsum lab in Sweetwater, TX
1 USG Road 1 USG Road, Sweeetwater, TX, Sweetwater, TX, 79556
United States Gypsum lab is a additions to existing building project at 1 USG Road 1 USG Road, Sweeetwater, TX, Sweetwater, in Nolan County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jul 2023 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $400K across about 2,460 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $400K
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 2,460 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $163/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 months
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46 days after the preceding date shown.
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299 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About United States Gypsum lab
USG Sweetwater involves the addition of 2,460 sq ft of lab and office space to an existing facility at 1 USG Road in Sweetwater. The work is located in Nolan County, specifically on the far west part of the plant off the board line. The estimated cost for this expansion is $400,000, which computes to $163 per square foot.
USG is the owner of record for this privately funded development on private land. The design firm of record is mccaathren architects, llc. The project was registered with TDLR in August 2022, with a scheduled construction start in September 2022 and a target completion date of July 2023. The filing describes the scope as an addition of lab and office space, distinct from general manufacturing expansion.
Comparisons from 14 TDLR-registered additions to existing buildings in Nolan County show this project’s cost is below the county median of $500,000. The scheduled build window of 299 days is close to the county median of 256 days. The $163 per square foot cost is close to the county median of $142. These figures are computed from public filings and do not reflect current market conditions.
USG has two other TDLR-registered projects in Dallas totaling $1,969,000. These include a $90,000 project and a $1,879,000 project, both listed as project registered. The Sweetwater facility has a long history in the region, with third-party sources noting its significance to the local community. For instance, a post on assemblies-tools.usg.com described the plant as a place where innovation is born, highlighting its deep roots in West Texas.
The project was registered with TDLR in August 2022 with a target completion of July 2023; no plan review or inspection has been recorded since, so whether it proceeded is not confirmed in the public record. The status remains Project Registered. Readers should note that the completion date has passed, but the public record does not provide evidence of final inspection or occupancy.
Local Context
Sweetwater is located in Nolan County, with a population of about 12,593 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 79556. The median household income is $48,582, and the median owner-occupied home value is $97,800. The area has 6,238 housing units, mostly owner-occupied. This context helps situate the project within the broader economic landscape of West Texas.
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Project has been registered with TDLR and is in pre-construction phase
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United States Gypsum lab is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 1 USG Road 1 USG Road, Sweeetwater, TX, Sweetwater, TX 79556 in Sweetwater, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $400K covering 2,460 sq ft. USG is the property owner and mccaathren architects, llc is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 15, 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the USG Sweetwater addition?
The estimated cost for the addition of lab and office space is $400,000. This figure is based on the TDLR filing and is below the county median for similar projects.
Who is the design firm for the USG Sweetwater project?
The design firm of record is mccaathren architects, llc. They are responsible for the architectural plans for the 2,460 sq ft addition.
Is the USG Sweetwater project completed?
The target completion date was July 2023, but no plan review or inspection has been recorded. Therefore, it is not confirmed in the public record whether the project proceeded.
What is the scope of the USG Sweetwater addition?
The scope includes the addition of lab and office space off the board line on the far west part of the plant. This is distinct from general manufacturing expansion.
What is United States Gypsum lab?
United States Gypsum lab is a additions to existing building project at 1 USG Road 1 USG Road, Sweeetwater, TX in Sweetwater, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Addition of lab/office space off the board line on the far west part of the plant.
Is United States Gypsum lab open in Sweetwater?
United States Gypsum lab was scheduled to finish construction in Jul 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 United States Gypsum lab located?
United States Gypsum lab is located at 1 USG Road 1 USG Road, Sweeetwater, TX, Sweetwater, TX, 79556, in Nolan County.
Who is the owner or developer of United States Gypsum lab?
USG is the property owner/developer of record for United States Gypsum lab, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for United States Gypsum lab?
mccaathren architects, llc is the design firm of record for United States Gypsum lab, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does United States Gypsum lab cost and how big is it?
United States Gypsum lab has an estimated construction value of $400K and approximately 2,460 square feet (about $163/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Addition of lab/office space off the board line on the far west part of the plant.
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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1 USG Road 1 USG Road, Sweeetwater, TX, Sweetwater, TX, 79556
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