Lake Travis High School No. 2

Lake Travis High School No. 2 is a new 500,000-square-foot campus under construction in Spicewood, Texas. The project represents a significant expansion for the district, with an estimated cost of $300,000,000. This development is scheduled to finish in August 2028, following a construction start date of June 2026. The scope includes a full academic and athletic complex designed to serve the growing student population in the area.

The site, located at Reimer’s-Peacock Rd. in Travis County, features a comprehensive layout. The new campus includes a dedicated academics building, a fine arts facility, and an athletics building. Additionally, the project encompasses a competition stadium, multiple athletics fields, and associated outbuildings. The total area covers 500,000 square feet, resulting in a computed cost of $600 per square foot. This figure is above the county median for new construction projects, reflecting the specialized nature of the educational and athletic infrastructure being built.

Project Scope and Design

VLK serves as the design firm of record for this major undertaking. The registered accessibility specialist is Kathy Ann Riley, ensuring the facility meets all necessary standards for student access. The project involves public funds and public land, highlighting its importance to the local community. TDLR completed the plan review process in March 2026, clearing the path for physical construction to begin in the summer. The registration with TDLR was established in July 2025, marking the start of the formal oversight process for this large-scale build.

The construction window is scheduled for 792 days, a period longer than the median build window for similar projects in Travis County. This extended timeline allows for the complex coordination required for stadium and field construction alongside standard academic buildings. Lake Travis Independent School District is the owner of record, overseeing the development. The district has other TDLR-registered projects, but this new high school campus is the largest by estimated cost in its recent filings. The project stands out for its scale and the specific mix of academic and recreational facilities included in the single development.

Local Context and Comparison

Spicewood is a community in Travis County with a median household income of $126,422 according to U.S. Census estimates. The area has a population of approximately 11,980, with housing predominantly owner-occupied. The new high school will serve this growing local population. The project's cost and size place it in the top quarter of new construction filings in the county. This indicates a significant investment in educational infrastructure for the region. The design and construction phases are proceeding according to the filed schedule, with the final completion date set for August 2028.