New Road Bridge Rehabilitation in Waco, TX

New Road Bridge Rehabilitation is a $4,563,675 renovation and alteration project in Waco, Texas. Located at New Road between Franklin Avenue and Tulane Street and Highland Drive, the work involves constructing a new bridge with sidewalks and curb ramps. The City of Waco is the owner of record, and STV Incorporated is the design firm. Construction starts in September 2026 and is scheduled to finish in September 2027.

Project Scale and Cost

The project covers 10,000 square feet at an estimated cost of $4,563,675, resulting in a cost of $456 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $96 per square foot for renovation and alteration filings in McLennan County. The total cost is also in the top quarter of recent projects in the area. The scheduled build window of 365 days is longer than the county median of 122 days, reflecting the scope of replacing a bridge and associated pedestrian infrastructure.

Eddie Hare is the registered accessibility specialist for this filing. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in August 2026, when plan review was completed. The TDLR status is Review Complete. This registration ensures the project meets state accessibility standards, particularly for the new sidewalks and curb ramps that will serve pedestrians crossing the New Road corridor.

Context and Funding

This project involves public funds and public land. It is part of a broader portfolio of municipal improvements, with the City of Waco having six other TDLR-registered projects totaling over $28 million. STV Incorporated has also been involved in four other registered projects in the region. Census estimates for ZIP code 76712 show a population of about 28,719 and a median household income of $96,267, indicating a community with significant existing housing stock that will benefit from improved road connectivity.

Third-party listings on ConstructConnect describe the project as site work and new construction for a mixed-use development in Waco. The bid date for this project was listed as September 03, 2026, aligning with the planned construction start. New Road Bridge Rehabilitation is a critical piece of infrastructure for the Waco area, connecting key residential and commercial zones. By replacing the existing structure with a new bridge and accessible pedestrian facilities, the City of Waco is modernizing a vital transportation link. The project’s completion is expected to enhance safety and mobility for all users, adhering to the accessibility standards mandated by the state registration process.