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Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center in Port O Connor, TX
10769 FM 1289, Port O Connor, TX, 77982
Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center is a new construction project at 10769 FM 1289, Port O Connor, in Calhoun 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 $1.8M across about 3,528 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.8M
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- Reported floor area
- 3,528 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $511/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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28 days after the preceding date shown.
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123 days after the preceding date shown.
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365 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center
The Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center is a new 3,528 sq ft facility located at 10769 FM 1289 in Port O Connor, Texas. This structure is a pre-manufactured metal building designed to house offices, hunt orientation space, and animal processing and storage facilities. The project is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as a new construction effort for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Project Scope and Design
Richter Architects serves as the design firm of record for this conservation center. The estimated cost of the project is $1,802,560, which calculates to $511 per square foot. This cost figure is above the county median for new construction filings in Calhoun County. The building will serve as a dedicated hub for conservation education and wildlife management activities within the Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area.
The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting the state's investment in natural resource education. Jonathan Eric Rivera is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The scope of work is specifically defined as the construction of a new pre-manufactured metal building, distinguishing it from renovations or additions to existing structures. The design aims to integrate operational needs for animal processing with public-facing educational spaces.
Timeline and Status
TDLR completed the plan review process in August 2026. Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2027, with work starting in December 2026. This represents a scheduled build window of 365 days, which is longer than the county median of 213 days for similar new construction projects. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete, indicating that the regulatory approval phase has been successfully concluded.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is the owner and developer of record. The location in Port O Connor places the facility within a rural area of Calhoun County, where the median household income is estimated at $81,917. The construction of this center marks a significant addition to the infrastructure available for wildlife management education in the region.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center is a New Construction project located at 10769 FM 1289, Port O Connor, TX 77982 in Port O Connor, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.8M covering 3,528 sq ft. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is the property owner and Richter Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 9, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the construction scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2027. The filing indicates that work is set to start in December 2026, creating a one-year build window for the new facility.
Who is the owner of this project?
The owner and developer of record is the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The project involves public funds and is located on public land in Calhoun County.
What is the estimated cost of the building?
The estimated cost is $1,802,560. This amount translates to $511 per square foot for the 3,528 sq ft structure, which is above the median cost per square foot for the county.
What facilities will be inside the new building?
The new pre-manufactured metal building will contain offices, hunt orientation space, and animal processing and storage facilities. These spaces are designed to support conservation education and wildlife management operations.
Is the conservation center open to the public?
The TDLR record indicates that construction is scheduled to finish in December 2027. There is no information in the filing regarding when the facility will open to the public or become operational.
What is Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center?
Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center is a new construction project at 10769 FM 1289 in Port O Connor, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New 3528 sf pre-manufactured metal building with offices, hunt orientation space and animal processing and storage facilities
Is Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center open in Port O Connor?
Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center is still under construction in Port O Connor, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center located?
Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center is located at 10769 FM 1289, Port O Connor, TX, 77982, in Calhoun County.
Who is the owner or developer of Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center?
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is the property owner/developer of record for Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center?
Richter Architects is the design firm of record for Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center cost and how big is it?
Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area Conservation Education Center has an estimated construction value of $1.8M and approximately 3,528 square feet (about $511/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New 3528 sf pre-manufactured metal building with offices, hunt orientation space and animal processing and storage facilities
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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10769 FM 1289, Port O Connor, TX, 77982
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