PTC#724 in Anthony, TX

Pilot Travel Center #724 is a new 16,234 sq ft facility located at 3001 Mountain Pass Blvd. in Anthony, Texas. Filed under the name Ptc#724, this project represents a significant new construction effort in El Paso County, with an estimated cost of $12,375,000. The scope includes the construction of a travel center that will house a Wendy's restaurant, creating a comprehensive stop for travelers on the Mountain Pass corridor.

The project is owned by Pilot Travel Centers LLC, a developer with a substantial footprint in the state. This filing is one of seven TDLR-registered projects for the company, totaling over $15 million in recent filings across Texas locations including Dallas, Baytown, and El Paso. The specific investment here places the project in the top quarter of estimated costs for new construction in El Paso County, significantly above the county median of $800,000.

Construction Timeline and Status

The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in June 2026. Plan review was completed in July 2026, and the TDLR status is Review Complete. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2027, with the project scheduled to finish in July 2027. This build window of approximately 200 days aligns closely with the median scheduled build time for similar projects in the county, which is 214 days.

The estimated cost per square foot is $762, a figure that reflects the specialized nature of travel center construction, which typically includes fueling infrastructure, high-volume service bays, and restaurant fit-outs. This cost per square foot is above the county median of $111, consistent with the higher complexity and equipment requirements of a full-service travel center compared to standard commercial buildings.

Local Context and Ownership

Anthony is a small city in El Paso County with a population of about 6,550 according to U.S. Census estimates for the 79821 ZIP code. The median household income in this area is $58,171, and the median owner-occupied home value is $135,700. The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use. Alejandro Arreguin is the registered accessibility specialist of record for this project, ensuring compliance with state accessibility standards during the design and construction phases.

While the TDLR record confirms the regulatory and construction status, it does not provide details on specific interior finishes, staffing plans, or the exact menu offerings of the Wendy's restaurant. The filing focuses on the structural and regulatory aspects of the new build, confirming the scale, cost, and timeline for the addition of this major travel hub to the Anthony area.