BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH
BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH is a new construction project at 1550 Central Expy, Melissa, in Collin County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jan 2026). The project has an estimated value of $6.0M across about 5,647 sq ft.
📰About BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH
Buc-Ee's Melissa - CAR Wash is a new construction project located at 1550 Central Expy in Melissa, Texas. The project involves the addition of a car wash tunnel to the existing Buc-ee's Travel Center. The total new construction area is 5,647 sq ft. TDLR closed the project file in January 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction.
The estimated cost for Buc-Ee's Melissa - CAR Wash was $6,000,000. This figure places the project in the top quarter of estimated costs for new construction filings in Collin County, where the median is $800,000. The calculated cost per square foot is $1063, which is above the county median of $120 per square foot for similar projects.
Project Details and Design
WD Partners served as the design firm of record for Buc-Ee's Melissa - CAR Wash. The construction start date listed in the filing was January 2023, with a scheduled completion date of July 2025. The scheduled build window of 882 days is longer than the county median of 212 days for new construction. The project was privately funded on private land for private use.
Brian Gary Stanton was the registered accessibility specialist for this filing. Buc-ee's Ltd. is the owner of record and has registered six other projects with TDLR, including car wash facilities in Temple, Fort Worth, and Royse City.
Local Context
The project is situated in Melissa, a city in Collin County. U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 75454 indicate a population of about 20,137 and a median household income of $135,556. The median owner-occupied home value in this area is estimated at $421,700. A Business Journals article from August 2023 listed Buc-Ee's Melissa - CAR Wash among new projects in North Texas.
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BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH is a New Construction project located at 1550 Central Expy, Melissa, TX 75454 in Melissa, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $6.0M covering 5,647 sq ft. Buc-ee's Ltd. is the property owner and WD Partners is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 18, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Buc-ee's Melissa car wash open?
The TDLR record indicates TDLR closed the project file in January 2026. The filing covers the construction of the tunnel and does not provide information regarding the business's operating status or official opening date.
Who designed the Buc-ee's Melissa car wash?
WD Partners is listed as the design firm of record for Buc-Ee's Melissa - CAR Wash. They are also the design firm for six other TDLR-registered projects in Texas, including locations in Houston and De Soto.
How much did the Melissa car wash cost to build?
The estimated cost for Buc-Ee's Melissa - CAR Wash was $6,000,000. This places the project in the top quarter of estimated costs for new construction filings in Collin County, which has a median of $800,000.
What is the size of the new car wash tunnel?
The project involved the new construction of 5,647 sq ft of space. The cost per square foot was $1063, which is above the county median of $120 per square foot for similar projects.
When was the TDLR file for this project closed?
TDLR closed the project file in January 2026. This date marks the end of the accessibility review process for the construction of the car wash tunnel at the Melissa travel center.
What is BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH?
BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH is a new construction project at 1550 Central Expy in Melissa, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New construction of car wash tunnel at existing Buc-ee's Travel Center in Melissa, TX.
Is BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH open in Melissa?
Construction on BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jan 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH located?
BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH is located at 1550 Central Expy, Melissa, TX, 75454, in Collin County.
Who is the owner or developer of BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH?
Buc-ee's Ltd. is the property owner/developer of record for BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH?
WD Partners is the design firm of record for BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH cost and how big is it?
BUC-EE'S MELISSA - CAR WASH has an estimated construction value of $6.0M and approximately 5,647 square feet (about $1.06K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New construction of car wash tunnel at existing Buc-ee's Travel Center in Melissa, TX.
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.
Compliance Timeline
Project Timeline
Filed
Aug 18, 2023
Review Complete
Inspection Complete
Closed
Jan 4, 2026
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