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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Zippy J's Number 8 in Kilgore, TX
6911 Highway 42 North, Kilgore, TX, 75662
Zippy J's Number 8 is a new construction project at 6911 Highway 42 North, Kilgore, in Gregg County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Mar 2027. The project has an estimated value of $5.0M across about 6,504 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $5.0M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 6,504 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $769/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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20 days after the preceding date shown.
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3 days after the preceding date shown.
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221 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Zippy J's Number 8
A new 6,504 sq ft gas station and convenience store is under construction at 6911 Highway 42 North in Kilgore, Texas. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as Zippy J's Number 8, is a new construction effort by Eastern Fuel Properties LLC. The estimated cost for this build is $5,000,000, which works out to $769 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $159 per square foot for similar new construction filings in Gregg County.
SC Architecture serves as the design firm of record for the project. The firm has six other TDLR-registered projects in the state, ranging from commercial buildings in Tyler to convenience stores in Midland. Robert T Pierce is the registered accessibility specialist listed on the filing.
Construction work started in August 2026, following the completion of plan review in the same month. The project is scheduled to finish in March 2027. This represents a scheduled build window of 224 days, which is close to the county median of 213 days for new construction projects. The TDLR status for the project is Review Complete, indicating that the necessary accessibility and licensing reviews have been finalized prior to the start of the physical build.
The location is in ZIP code 75662, where the U.S. Census Bureau estimates a population of about 24,570 residents. The median household income in this area is $65,926, and the median owner-occupied home value is $165,700. Housing in the area is predominantly owner-occupied, with 9,474 total housing units recorded in the five-year estimates. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.
Gregg County’s unemployment rate stood at 5.3 percent in June 2026, a figure higher than a year earlier. The construction of a facility of this size, estimated at $5 million, represents a significant investment in local infrastructure. The scope of work is strictly limited to the new gas station and convenience store as described in the filing. No other amenities or expansions are listed in the TDLR record for this specific project number.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Zippy J's Number 8 is a New Construction project located at 6911 Highway 42 North, Kilgore, TX 75662 in Kilgore, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $5.0M covering 6,504 sq ft. Eastern Fuel Properties LLC is the property owner and SC Architecture is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 14, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zippy J's in Kilgore open?
The construction is scheduled to finish in March 2027. The TDLR record shows the project is under construction and has not yet completed the final phase of the build.
Who is building the new gas station?
Eastern Fuel Properties LLC is the owner of record. SC Architecture is the design firm, and Robert T Pierce is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
How much does the new Kilgore gas station cost?
The estimated cost for the new 6,504 sq ft facility is $5,000,000. This equates to $769 per square foot, which is above the Gregg County median for new construction.
When will the construction be completed?
Plan review was completed in August 2026, and construction started in the same month. The project is scheduled to finish in March 2027.
What is Zippy J's Number 8?
Zippy J's Number 8 is a new construction project at 6911 Highway 42 North in Kilgore, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New 6,504 SqFt gas station and convenience store
Is Zippy J's Number 8 open in Kilgore?
Zippy J's Number 8 is still under construction in Kilgore, TX, with an estimated completion of Mar 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Zippy J's Number 8 located?
Zippy J's Number 8 is located at 6911 Highway 42 North, Kilgore, TX, 75662, in Gregg County.
Who is the owner or developer of Zippy J's Number 8?
Eastern Fuel Properties LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Zippy J's Number 8, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Zippy J's Number 8?
SC Architecture is the design firm of record for Zippy J's Number 8, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Zippy J's Number 8 cost and how big is it?
Zippy J's Number 8 has an estimated construction value of $5.0M and approximately 6,504 square feet (about $769/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New 6,504 SqFt gas station and convenience store
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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6911 Highway 42 North, Kilgore, TX, 75662
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