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FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing in McAllen, TX
1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501, McAllen, TX, 78501
FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing is a new construction project at 1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501, McAllen, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2027. The project has an estimated value of $4.5M across about 1,300 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $4.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 1,300 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $3.50K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 5mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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107 days after the preceding date shown.
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44 days after the preceding date shown.
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515 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing
The City of McAllen is constructing a new pedestrian crossing at 1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501. This project, designated as FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing, involves new construction of a bridge, sidewalks, box culverts, RCP, a concrete median, and pavement markings. The scope covers 1,300 sq ft of roadway infrastructure, with an estimated cost of $4,548,963. Josiah Saenz is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
Timeline and Status
TDLR completed plan review in June 2026. Construction is scheduled to start in August 2026 and is scheduled to finish in December 2027. The project was registered with TDLR in March 2026. The current TDLR status is Review Complete. This timeline represents a scheduled build window of 515 days, which is longer than the county median of 212 days for similar new construction filings in Hidalgo County.
The estimated cost of $4,548,963 places this project in the top quarter of Hidalgo County new construction filings for its type. The median estimated cost for the county is $660,256. The cost per square foot is $3,499, which is above the county median of $100 per square foot. The median size for comparable projects is 6,000 sq ft, making this project smaller in physical footprint but higher in value per unit of area.
Local Context and Owner Portfolio
The project is located in ZIP code 78501, which has a population of about 59,095 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this area is $49,451, and the median owner-occupied home value is $149,000. There are 24,807 housing units, with an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied. The Hidalgo County unemployment rate was 6.8 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
The City of McAllen is the owner of record for this project. The city has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $3,158,214. These include the McAllen Recycling Center, McAllen Heritage Center, El Rancho Park, Quinta Mazatlan Adventure Gardens Restrooms, and the McAllen Police Department. This pedestrian crossing project is one of the higher-value initiatives in the city's recent portfolio of public works.
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FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing is a New Construction project located at 1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501, Mcallen, TX 78501 in McAllen, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $4.5M covering 1,300 sq ft. City of McAllen is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on March 5, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the FM 2220 Pedestrian Crossing project scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2027. Work is set to begin in August 2026, following the completion of plan review in June 2026.
Who is the owner of the Ware Rd Pedestrian Crossing project?
The City of McAllen is the owner of record. Josiah Saenz is the registered accessibility specialist, and the project involves public funds and land.
What is the estimated cost of this construction project?
The estimated cost is $4,548,963. This figure is above the median estimated cost for new construction projects in Hidalgo County, which is $660,256.
What specific work is included in the scope of this project?
The scope includes bridge construction, sidewalks, box culverts, RCP, a concrete median, and pavement markings. It is classified as new roadway construction.
Is the pedestrian crossing business open to the public?
The project is under construction and scheduled to finish in December 2027. It is not yet open for public use as a completed facility.
What is FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing?
FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing is a new construction project at 1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501 in McAllen, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Roadway construction consisting of bridge, sidewalks, box culverts, RCP, concrete median, and pavement markings.
Is FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing open in McAllen?
FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing is still under construction in McAllen, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing located?
FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing is located at 1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501, McAllen, TX, 78501, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing?
City of McAllen is the property owner/developer of record for FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing cost and how big is it?
FM 2220 (Ware Rd) Pedestrian Crossing has an estimated construction value of $4.5M and approximately 1,300 square feet (about $3.50K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Roadway construction consisting of bridge, sidewalks, box culverts, RCP, concrete median, 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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1000 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501, McAllen, TX, 78501
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