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Watson Rd Phase 1A in San Antonio, TX
Watson Rd from Verano Parkway to Rancho Carlota Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78073
Watson Rd Phase 1A is a new construction project at Watson Rd from Verano Parkway to Rancho Carlota Dr, San Antonio, in Bexar County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2028. The project has an estimated value of $8.7M across about 3,890 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $8.7M
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- Reported floor area
- 3,890 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $2.24K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 11 months
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596 days after the preceding date shown.
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335 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Watson Rd Phase 1A
Watson Rd Phase 1A is a new construction project by the City of San Antonio to fully reconstruct Watson Road between Verano Parkway and Rancho Carlota Drive in Bexar County. The scope transforms the existing roadway into a four-lane road, adding new curbs, sidewalks, a shared-use path, storm drain infrastructure, and street illumination. The estimated length of the public right-of-way work is 3,890 linear feet.
Project Scope and Cost
The estimated cost for Watson Rd Phase 1A is $8,727,278. This figure is above the county median for new construction filings, placing the project in the top quarter of recent Bexar County records. The calculated cost per square foot is $2,244, which is above the county median of $115 per square foot. The scheduled build window is 335 days, longer than the county median of 208 days.
Stephen A Meyer is the registered accessibility specialist of record for this filing. The project is registered with TDLR under the TABS program to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. TDLR completed the plan review in May 2026. The status of the record is Review Complete.
Timeline and Funding
Construction for Watson Rd Phase 1A is scheduled to begin in January 2028 and is scheduled to finish in December 2028. The project involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project, as noted in the filing. The owner of record is the City of San Antonio, which has six other TDLR-registered projects in the area totaling $4,167,870. These include Clearview Dr., Pearsall Park, Pandora to Vance Jackson, Phyllis to Charlotte, and Lake to Elmendorf.
The project is located in ZIP code 78073. According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for this ZIP code, the population is about 9,510. The median household income is $65,342, and there are 3,020 housing units. The median owner-occupied home value is $139,600, with housing predominantly owner-occupied. The Bexar County unemployment rate was 4.7 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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Watson Rd Phase 1A is a New Construction project located at Watson Rd from Verano Parkway to Rancho Carlota Dr, San Antonio, TX 78073 in San Antonio, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $8.7M covering 3,890 sq ft. City of San Antonio is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on May 13, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will construction start and end?
Construction is scheduled to start in January 2028 and is scheduled to finish in December 2028. TDLR completed the plan review in May 2026, and the current status is Review Complete.
What is included in the scope of work?
The scope includes full reconstruction to a four-lane road, new curb, sidewalk, shared use path, storm drain, and illumination. The estimated length of the public right-of-way project is 3,890 linear feet.
Who is the owner and registered specialist?
The owner of record is the City of San Antonio. Stephen A Meyer is the registered accessibility specialist. The project is registered with TDLR under the TABS program.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $8,727,278. This is above the county median for new construction filings in Bexar County. The calculated cost per square foot is $2,244.
Is the business open?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in December 2028. There is no information in the provided facts indicating that the facility is open or operating.
What is Watson Rd Phase 1A?
Watson Rd Phase 1A is a new construction project at Watson Rd from Verano Parkway to Rancho Carlota Dr in San Antonio, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Full reconstruction of Watson Rd to a 4-lane road including curb, sidewalk, shared use path, storm drain, and illumination. Estimated length of public right-of-way project is 3,890 linear feet.
Is Watson Rd Phase 1A open in San Antonio?
Watson Rd Phase 1A is still under construction in San Antonio, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Watson Rd Phase 1A located?
Watson Rd Phase 1A is located at Watson Rd from Verano Parkway to Rancho Carlota Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78073, in Bexar County.
Who is the owner or developer of Watson Rd Phase 1A?
City of San Antonio is the property owner/developer of record for Watson Rd Phase 1A, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Watson Rd Phase 1A cost and how big is it?
Watson Rd Phase 1A has an estimated construction value of $8.7M and approximately 3,890 square feet (about $2.24K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Full reconstruction of Watson Rd to a 4-lane road including curb, sidewalk, shared use path, storm drain, and illumination. Estimated length of public right-of-way project is 3,890 linear feet.
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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Watson Rd from Verano Parkway to Rancho Carlota Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78073
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