City of Dalhart 2023 DRP Streetscape Improvements

The City of Dalhart Streetscape Improvements project, filed as City of Dalhart 2023 DRP Streetscape Improvements, is a $450,000 renovation located on Denrock Avenue between 3rd Street and 4th Street in Dalhart, TX 79022. This one-block sidewalk improvement project covers 12,000 square feet, resulting in a cost of $38 per square foot. The City of Dalhart is the owner of record, with Parkhill serving as the design firm and Leslie Kit Carter as the registered accessibility specialist.

Construction began in January 2025, following TDLR registration in October 2024. The final inspection passed in September 2025. In May 2026, TDLR closed the project file, marking the end of the accessibility review process. The project status is now Project Closed. This work involved public funds and public land.

Project Context and Comparison

The City of Dalhart has three other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,355,317, including the Dallam County Amphitheater, Lake Rita Blanca Park, and Dalhart EMS, all of which are closed. Parkhill has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects across Texas, with a combined value of $18,240,000. These include facilities in Fort Worth, Lubbock, Midland, and Abilene.

Compared to 24 other renovation and alteration filings in Dallam County, this project’s estimated cost is above the county median of $375,000. The scheduled build window of 272 days is longer than the county median of 123 days. However, the cost per square foot of $38 is below the county median of $159. The surrounding area includes businesses such as the XIT Museum, Central Methodist Church, and Brick Street Community Center.

Local Area Profile

Dalhart is located in Dallam County, with a population of approximately 10,764 residents according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP code 79022. The median household income in the area is $78,373, and the median owner-occupied home value is $166,900. Housing in the region is predominantly owner-occupied. The Dallam County unemployment rate was 3 percent in August 2026, lower than a year earlier. The project’s completion contributes to the accessibility and usability of the local streetscape for residents and visitors alike.