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SH 5 (Shared Use Path)
From: Newport Drive To: Umphress Street, Van Alstyne, TX, 75495
SH 5 (Shared Use Path) is a new construction project at From: Newport Drive To: Umphress Street, Van Alstyne, in Grayson County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.5M across about 32,655 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.5M
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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
- 32,655 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $46/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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284 days after the preceding date shown.
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179 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About SH 5 (Shared Use Path)
Csj: 0047-03-106, filed as SH 5 (Shared Use Path), involves the construction of a new 10-foot-wide shared use path in Van Alstyne. The project connects Newport Drive to Umphress Street and is owned by TxDOT District: Paris. With an estimated cost of $1,507,348 and a site area of 32,655 square feet, this new construction effort includes curb ramps, drainage structures, driveway reconstruction, signing, and pavement markings.
The computed cost of $46 per square foot is below the county median of $135 per square foot for similar filings in Grayson County. However, the total estimated cost is above the county median of $925,000 for new construction projects. The scheduled build window of 179 days is shorter than the county median of 242 days, reflecting a focused timeline for completing the infrastructure improvements.
LJA Engineering, Inc. serves as the design firm of record, with plan review completed in October 2025. The project is registered with TDLR and utilizes public funds on public land. Construction is scheduled to start in August 2026, and the project is scheduled to finish in January 2027.
Project Scope and Ownership
TxDOT District: Paris is the owner of record, a department with six other TDLR-registered projects in the state totaling $77,322,356. These other projects are located in cities including Paris, Sherman, and Rio Grande City. The scope of work for Csj: 0047-03-106 is strictly limited to the shared use path and its associated infrastructure, confirming this is a government-led infrastructure improvement rather than a private development.
Local Context and Labor Market
Van Alstyne is served by ZIP code 75495, which has a population of about 10,451 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this area is $105,520, and the median owner-occupied home value is $353,500. The Grayson County unemployment rate was 4.6 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier, according to FRED data. This economic context frames the labor market available for the construction phase beginning in August 2026.
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SH 5 (Shared Use Path) is a New Construction project located at From: Newport Drive To: Umphress Street in Van Alstyne, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.5M covering 32,655 sq ft. TxDOT District: Paris is the property owner and LJA Engineering, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 21, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of this construction project?
The project constructs a new 10-foot-wide shared use path for pedestrians and cyclists. It includes curb ramps, drainage structures, driveway reconstruction, signing, and pavement markings between Newport Drive and Umphress Street.
When will construction start and finish?
Construction is scheduled to start in August 2026. The project is scheduled to finish in January 2027, with a total build window of 179 days.
Who is the owner and design firm?
TxDOT District: Paris is the owner of record. LJA Engineering, Inc. is the design firm of record, and Frank Fonseca is the registered accessibility specialist.
Is the project in a flood zone?
It is classified as Zone X on the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
How does the cost compare to other projects in Grayson County?
The estimated cost of $1,507,348 is above the county median of $925,000 for new construction. However, the cost per square foot of $46 is below the county median of $135.
What is SH 5 (Shared Use Path)?
SH 5 (Shared Use Path) is a new construction project at From: Newport Drive To: Umphress Street in Van Alstyne, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construct 10' wide shared use path including curb ramps, drainage structures, driveway reconstruction, signing and pavement markings.
Is SH 5 (Shared Use Path) open in Van Alstyne?
SH 5 (Shared Use Path) is still under construction in Van Alstyne, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is SH 5 (Shared Use Path) located?
SH 5 (Shared Use Path) is located at From: Newport Drive To: Umphress Street, Van Alstyne, TX, 75495, in Grayson County.
Who is the owner or developer of SH 5 (Shared Use Path)?
TxDOT District: Paris is the property owner/developer of record for SH 5 (Shared Use Path), per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for SH 5 (Shared Use Path)?
LJA Engineering, Inc. is the design firm of record for SH 5 (Shared Use Path), according to its TDLR filing.
How much does SH 5 (Shared Use Path) cost and how big is it?
SH 5 (Shared Use Path) has an estimated construction value of $1.5M and approximately 32,655 square feet (about $46/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construct 10' wide shared use path including curb ramps, drainage structures, driveway reconstruction, signing and pavement markings.
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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From: Newport Drive To: Umphress Street, Van Alstyne, TX, 75495
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