Telephone Road Improvements Phase 1 in Melissa, TX

Telephone Road Improvements Phase 1 involves the construction of approximately 3,000 linear feet of new 2-lane concrete roadway along Telephone Road, stretching from Melissa Road to Sunset Canyon Drive. This infrastructure project includes a 10-foot-wide concrete trail on the east side of the road, designed to improve local connectivity and pedestrian safety in the growing community. The total estimated cost for this construction effort is $4,000,000.

TDLR completed plan review in December 2025 and construction is scheduled to finish in November 2026, with work starting February 2026. The project is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, ensuring compliance with state accessibility standards for public facilities. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Casey Joe Anderson, who oversees the integration of accessible design elements into the roadway and trail.

Design and Construction Scope

Teague Nall & Perkins, Inc. serves as the design firm of record, responsible for the engineering and planning of the improvements. The scope involves new construction rather than renovation, creating a fresh concrete surface for both vehicular and pedestrian use. The project utilizes public funds and involves public land, reflecting the City of Melissa's commitment to maintaining and expanding its local transportation network. The estimated cost per square foot is $1333, a figure derived from the total budget and the 3,000 square feet of designated project area.

In the context of Collin County, this project is notable for its scale. The estimated cost is above the county median for similar new construction filings, placing it in the top quarter of recent projects. The scheduled build window of 302 days is longer than the county median of 212 days, indicating a complex construction timeline. The cost per square foot is also above the county median of $120, reflecting the specialized nature of roadway and trail construction.

The City of Melissa is the owner of record, which has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $45,159,192. These include the East Water Facility, Melissa Lake Park, and Melissa City Hall. Teague Nall & Perkins, Inc. has two other registered projects, including the City of Van Alstyne Senior Center. The area surrounding the project, ZIP code 75454, has a population of about 20,137 and a median household income of $135,556 according to U.S. Census estimates. This infrastructure investment supports the residential and commercial growth in this predominantly owner-occupied community.