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IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area in Salado, TX
NB: Approx 0.2 mi S of Salado, TX, SB: 16801 I-35, Salado, TX, 76571
IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area is a new construction project at NB: Approx 0.2 mi S of Salado, TX, SB: 16801 I-35, Salado, in Bell County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Feb 2026). The project has an estimated value of $122K across about 500 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $122K
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- Reported floor area
- 500 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $244/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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277 days after the preceding date shown.
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Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
77 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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127 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area
Csj: 0015-07-087, the IH 35 Bell County Safety Rest Area expansion in Salado, is complete. TxDOT District Waco finished the new construction project, which focused on expanding truck parking and adding a sidewalk to the existing facility. The work was registered with TDLR in October 2025, following a construction start in November 2024.
This project sits on public land along Interstate 35, specifically at 16801 I-35 for the southbound lanes and approximately 0.2 miles south of Salado for the northbound lanes. The site is located in Bell County and falls outside the FEMA 1-percent annual-chance floodplain, designated as zone X. The total estimated cost for the expansion was $122,225, covering 500 square feet of new construction.
The Texas Department of Transportation served as the design firm of record. Frank Fonseca was the registered accessibility specialist responsible for the project. The funding involved public funds, public land, or a federally funded roadway project, consistent with standard TxDOT infrastructure improvements.
Compared to other new construction filings in Bell County, this project’s cost is below the county median for its type. The estimated cost per square foot was $244, which is above the county median of $151 per square foot. The scheduled build window of 277 days was close to the county median of 242 days. TxDOT District Waco has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $5,396,558, ranging from Clifton to Killeen.
The final inspection passed in October 2025. TDLR closed the project file in February 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. The project status is officially closed. The area profile for ZIP 76571 indicates a population of about 9,454 and a median household income of $103,341, according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 estimates.
Project Details and Status
The scope of work included the expansion of safety rest area truck parking and the construction of a sidewalk. The project was registered with TDLR in October 2025. The construction start date per the filing was November 2024, with a completion date on the filing of August 2025. The final inspection passed in October 2025, and the TDLR file was closed in February 2026.
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IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area is a New Construction project located at NB: Approx 0.2 mi S of Salado, TX, SB: 16801 I-35, Salado, TX 76571 in Salado, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $122K covering 500 sq ft. TxDOT District: Waco is the property owner and Texas Department of Transportation is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 21, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the IH 35 Safety Rest Area in Salado open?
The construction project is complete and the TDLR file is closed. The record does not specify business operating hours or public opening dates, only the status of the construction work.
What was the cost of the Salado rest area expansion?
The estimated cost for the new construction was $122,225. This figure covers the expansion of truck parking and the addition of a sidewalk for a total of 500 square feet.
Who was the design firm for this project?
The Texas Department of Transportation was the design firm of record. Frank Fonseca served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
When did the construction start and finish?
Construction started in November 2024. The completion date on the filing was August 2025, and the final inspection passed in October 2025.
Is the site in a flood zone?
No, the site is outside the FEMA 1-percent annual-chance floodplain. It is located in zone X according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area?
IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area is a new construction project at NB: Approx 0.2 mi S of Salado, TX, SB: 16801 I-35 in Salado, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Expansion of safety rest area truck parking and sidewalk.
Is IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area open in Salado?
Construction on IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Feb 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area located?
IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area is located at NB: Approx 0.2 mi S of Salado, TX, SB: 16801 I-35, Salado, TX, 76571, in Bell County.
Who is the owner or developer of IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area?
TxDOT District: Waco is the property owner/developer of record for IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area?
Texas Department of Transportation is the design firm of record for IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area cost and how big is it?
IH 35 - Bell County Safety Rest Area has an estimated construction value of $122K and approximately 500 square feet (about $244/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Expansion of safety rest area truck parking and sidewalk.
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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NB: Approx 0.2 mi S of Salado, TX, SB: 16801 I-35, Salado, TX, 76571
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