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This project involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project.
US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) in Riviera, TX
Fr.: N of SH 285 To: Kleberg/Kenedy County Line, Riviera, TX, 78379
US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) is a new construction project at Fr.: N of SH 285 To: Kleberg/Kenedy County Line, Riviera, in Kleberg County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Oct 2031. The project has an estimated value of $207.7M across about 2,646 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $207.7M
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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
- 2,646 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $78.51K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6y 1mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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141 days after the preceding date shown.
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2,199 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002)
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is building a four-lane divided freeway relief route on a new alignment around Riviera, Texas. This major infrastructure project, identified in filings as US 77 (Csj: 0327-09-002), involves new construction to alleviate traffic congestion in the Kleberg County area. The work is scheduled to finish in October 2031, with construction starting in October 2025.
The estimated cost for this roadway project is $207,746,954. This figure places the project in the top quarter of new construction filings in Kleberg County, where the median estimated cost is $805,000. The filing lists a square footage of 2,646 sq ft, resulting in a computed cost per square foot of $78,514. This value is significantly above the county median of $236 per square foot for similar projects.
TxDOT District: Corpus Christi serves as the owner and developer of record. The agency has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $67,093,838, including work in Corpus Christi, Three Rivers, and Gregory. This US 77 project is the largest among these recent filings. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Frank Fonseca, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards during the planning and construction phases.
The project site is located north of SH 285 to the Kleberg/Kenedy County line. The project involves public funds and public land, qualifying it as a Federally funded roadway project. TDLR completed plan review in May 2025, and the status is marked as Review Complete.
Third-party listings, such as those on ConstructConnect, describe the project as site work for a road or highway in Riviera. The scheduled build window is 2,199 days, which is longer than the county median of 214 days for new construction projects. This extended timeline reflects the scale and complexity of constructing a new freeway route rather than a standard building renovation.
Project Details and Status
The construction is scheduled to finish in October 2031. The project is not yet open to the public as it is in the pre-construction or early construction phase. The TDLR record confirms the registration date of May 2025 and the start date of October 2025. No business operations are associated with this filing; it is strictly a transportation infrastructure development.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) is a New Construction project located at Fr.: N of SH 285 To: Kleberg/Kenedy County Line in Riviera, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $207.7M covering 2,646 sq ft. TxDOT District: Corpus Christi is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on May 14, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the US 77 project in Riviera?
The estimated cost is $207,746,954. This is above the median cost for new construction in Kleberg County, placing it in the top quarter of similar filings.
When is construction scheduled to finish?
The project is scheduled to finish in October 2031. Construction work is set to begin in October 2025, following the completion of plan review in May 2025.
Who is the owner of this freeway project?
The owner of record is TxDOT District: Corpus Christi. The project is a Federally funded roadway project involving public funds and public land.
Is the project open to the public?
No, the project is not open. It is a new construction freeway route that is scheduled to finish in October 2031. The TDLR record indicates it is in the planning or early construction phase.
What is the scope of the work?
The scope involves the construction of a four-lane divided freeway relief route on a new location around Riviera, Texas. It is designed to serve as a relief route for US 77.
What is US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002)?
US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) is a new construction project at Fr.: N of SH 285 To: Kleberg/Kenedy County Line in Riviera, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construction of a four lane divided freeway relief route on new location around Riviera, Texas.
Is US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) open in Riviera?
US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) is still under construction in Riviera, TX, with an estimated completion of Oct 2031 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) located?
US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) is located at Fr.: N of SH 285 To: Kleberg/Kenedy County Line, Riviera, TX, 78379, in Kleberg County.
Who is the owner or developer of US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002)?
TxDOT District: Corpus Christi is the property owner/developer of record for US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002), per its TDLR project registration.
How much does US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) cost and how big is it?
US 77 (CSJ: 0327-09-002) has an estimated construction value of $207.7M and approximately 2,646 square feet (about $78.51K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construction of a four lane divided freeway relief route on new location around Riviera, Texas.
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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Fr.: N of SH 285 To: Kleberg/Kenedy County Line, Riviera, TX, 78379
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