New Track Facility for Forestburg ISD

Forestburg ISD Campus completed a new athletics track facility at 16346 FM 455 in Forestburg, Texas. The project, filed as an addition to an existing building, covered a scope of 1,000 square feet with an estimated cost of $2,000,000. This construction effort was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in December 2024, initiating the accessibility review process for the new infrastructure.

Construction Timeline and Scope

Construction began in January 2025, with a scheduled completion date of May 2026. The final inspection for the project passed in May 2026, confirming that the work met the required standards. TDLR closed the project file in August 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. The total duration from registration to file closure was approximately 20 months, aligning with the scheduled build window of 485 days.

The design firm of record was Harper Perkins Architects, Inc. The project involved public funds and public land, reflecting the district's commitment to enhancing athletic resources for its students. The estimated cost of $2,000,000 places this project near the median estimated cost for similar additions to existing buildings in Montague County, which was also $2,000,000. However, the cost per square foot of $2,000 is above the county median of $347 per square foot for comparable filings.

Context and Regional Comparisons

Forestburg ISD has one other TDLR-registered project totaling $3,800,000, which is also marked as inspection complete. Harper Perkins Architects, Inc. has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $10,900,000 across various Texas locations, including Graham, Gordon, and Wichita Falls. The population of ZIP code 76239 is approximately 1,201, with a median household income of $65,000 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median owner-occupied home value in this area is $200,400.

Montague County's unemployment rate in August 2026 was 4.6 percent, which is lower than a year earlier. The project's completion adds to the district's infrastructure, providing a dedicated space for track activities. The TDLR registration ensured that the facility met accessibility standards before its final inspection and closure. This project represents a significant investment in local athletics and community facilities in Montague County.