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SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) in Rio Grande City, TX
From: FM 3167 To: FM 649, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582
SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) is a new construction project at From: FM 3167 To: FM 649, Rio Grande City, in Starr County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jul 2029. The project has an estimated value of $67.1M across about 720 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $67.1M
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- Reported floor area
- 720 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $93.13K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 9mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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13 days after the preceding date shown.
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190 days after the preceding date shown.
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1,001 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002)
TxDOT District: Paris is constructing a new four-lane divided roadway along State Highway 195 in Rio Grande City. The project, identified in state filings as SL 195 (Csj: 3632-01-002), spans the stretch from FM 3167 to FM 649. This new construction effort includes pedestrian elements at intersections and is estimated to cost $67,050,991.
The work is scheduled to finish in July 2029, with construction starting in November 2026. TDLR completed plan review in April 2026, marking the project's status as Review Complete. LJA Engineering, Inc. serves as the design firm of record, while Frank Fonseca is the registered accessibility specialist.
Project Scale and Local Context
The filing lists a square footage of 720 sq ft, resulting in a computed cost of $93,126 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $188 per square foot for new construction projects in Starr County. The estimated total cost also exceeds the county median of $800,000, placing the project in the top quarter of filings by value. The scheduled build window of 1,001 days is longer than the county median of 232 days.
TxDOT District: Paris has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $11,778,713, including work in Roxton, Sherman, and Paris. LJA Engineering, Inc. has six other registered projects totaling $18,800,546, with locations in San Marcos, Anna, and Leander. The project involves public funds and is a Federally funded roadway project.
Community and Market Data
Rio Grande City is located in Starr County, where the unemployment rate was 9.9 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. Census estimates for ZIP code 78582 indicate a population of about 44,883 and a median household income of $41,452. The area has 14,743 housing units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $102,000. Housing in the area is predominantly owner-occupied.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) is a New Construction project located at From: FM 3167 To: FM 649, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 in Rio Grande City, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $67.1M covering 720 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 April 13, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is construction scheduled to finish?
The project is scheduled to finish in July 2029. Construction is set to start in November 2026, following the completion of plan review in April 2026.
Who is the owner of this roadway project?
The owner of record is TxDOT District: Paris. LJA Engineering, Inc. is the design firm, and Frank Fonseca is the registered accessibility specialist.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $67,050,991. This amount is above the county median for new construction projects in Starr County.
Where is the project located?
The project is located along State Highway 195 in Rio Grande City, Texas. The specific segment runs from FM 3167 to FM 649.
Is the project currently open to the public?
The TDLR record indicates the project is under construction and not yet complete. It is scheduled to finish in July 2029.
What is SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002)?
SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) is a new construction project at From: FM 3167 To: FM 649 in Rio Grande City, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construct 4 lane divided roadway with pedestrian elements at intersections.
Is SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) open in Rio Grande City?
SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) is still under construction in Rio Grande City, TX, with an estimated completion of Jul 2029 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) located?
SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) is located at From: FM 3167 To: FM 649, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582, in Starr County.
Who is the owner or developer of SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002)?
TxDOT District: Paris is the property owner/developer of record for SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002), per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002)?
LJA Engineering, Inc. is the design firm of record for SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002), according to its TDLR filing.
How much does SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) cost and how big is it?
SL 195 (CSJ: 3632-01-002) has an estimated construction value of $67.1M and approximately 720 square feet (about $93.13K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construct 4 lane divided roadway with pedestrian elements at intersections.
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: FM 3167 To: FM 649, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582
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