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PROJECT MERCURY in Hockley, TX
17250 ROBERTS ROAD, Hockley, TX, 77447
PROJECT MERCURY is a new construction project at 17250 ROBERTS ROAD, Hockley, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jan 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $118.0M across about 1,395,613 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $118.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 1,395,613 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $85/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 7mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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81 days after the preceding date shown.
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567 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About PROJECT MERCURY
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is developing a new one-story precast concrete warehouse distribution center at 17250 Roberts Road in Hockley, Texas. The facility, identified in filings as the Houston Texas Distribution Center, spans approximately 1,395,613 square feet. This large-scale industrial project includes mezzanine levels totaling about 114,333 square feet, designed to maximize storage and operational efficiency within the single-story structure.
Project Scope and Financials
The estimated cost for Project Mercury is $118,000,000, which equates to approximately $85 per square foot. This figure is close to the Harris County median of $88 per square foot for similar new construction filings. The total estimated cost places this project above the county median for its type, reflecting the substantial scale of the development.
Powers Brown Architecture served as the design firm of record for this project. The firm has registered six other projects in the region, with this distribution center representing a significant investment in their portfolio. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Ernest G Taylor. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in March 2024, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction was scheduled to begin in June 2024, with a planned completion date of January 2026.
Current Status and Local Context
Although the scheduled completion date has passed, the TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. Consequently, the current physical state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The project is privately funded on private land for private use. In the surrounding area, U.S. Census American Community Survey estimates for ZIP 77447 indicate a population of about 22,766 and a median household income of $111,932. Housing in this area is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $296,200. The Harris County unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier, providing context for the local labor market during this construction period.
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PROJECT MERCURY is a New Construction project located at 17250 ROBERTS ROAD, Hockley, TX 77447 in Hockley, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $118.0M covering 1,395,613 sq ft. W. W. GRAINGER, INC. is the property owner and POWERS BROWN ARCHITECTURE is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 28, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Houston Texas Distribution Center open for business?
The TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the project's completion status is unconfirmed in the public record. There is no information indicating the facility is operating.
Who owns the new warehouse in Hockley?
W. W. Grainger, Inc. is the owner and developer of record for Project Mercury, the new distribution center located at 17250 Roberts Road.
What is the total size of the facility?
The project spans approximately 1,395,613 square feet, including a warehouse mezzanine of about 114,333 square feet within the one-story precast concrete structure.
Who designed the building?
Powers Brown Architecture is the design firm of record for this project, which is located in Harris County and registered with TDLR.
When was the construction scheduled to finish?
The filing listed a completion date of January 2026, but the TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection in the public records.
What is PROJECT MERCURY?
PROJECT MERCURY is a new construction project at 17250 ROBERTS ROAD in Hockley, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: THE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES A +/- 1,281,280 SF ONE STORY, PRECAST CONCRETE WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION CENTER, WITH MEZZANINE LEVELS AND ASSOCIATED SITEWORK. Include a warehouse mezzanine of approximately 114,333 sf.
Is PROJECT MERCURY open in Hockley?
PROJECT MERCURY was scheduled to finish construction in Jan 2026 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 PROJECT MERCURY located?
PROJECT MERCURY is located at 17250 ROBERTS ROAD, Hockley, TX, 77447, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of PROJECT MERCURY?
W. W. GRAINGER, INC. is the property owner/developer of record for PROJECT MERCURY, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for PROJECT MERCURY?
POWERS BROWN ARCHITECTURE is the design firm of record for PROJECT MERCURY, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does PROJECT MERCURY cost and how big is it?
PROJECT MERCURY has an estimated construction value of $118.0M and approximately 1,395,613 square feet (about $85/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
THE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES A +/- 1,281,280 SF ONE STORY, PRECAST CONCRETE WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION CENTER, WITH MEZZANINE LEVELS AND ASSOCIATED SITEWORK. Include a warehouse mezzanine of approximately 114,333 sf.
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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17250 ROBERTS ROAD, Hockley, TX, 77447
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