Alma Truck Repair and Wash

Alma Truck Repair and Wash Project Overview

Alma Truck Repair and Wash is a new construction project located at 6751 S INTERSTATE 45 45 Service Rd., Alma, TX 75119, in Ellis County. This privately funded development involves the construction of a new truck repair and wash building on private land for private use. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Sheri Bumgardner, who is responsible for ensuring the design meets Texas Accessibility Standards (TABS) requirements as registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

The project is owned by Bains Property LLC, with ADTM Engineering & Construction Corp serving as the design firm of record. The estimated cost for the 2,500 sq ft facility is $4,000,000, resulting in a cost per square foot of $1600. This cost per square foot is significantly above the county median of $148 for similar new construction filings in Ellis County. The total estimated cost of $4,000,000 is also above the county median of $900,000, placing it in the top quarter of comparable projects in the area.

TDLR completed the plan review in October 2026, and construction is scheduled to finish in September 2027, with work starting September 2026. The scheduled build window of 365 days is longer than the county median of 244 days. The project's TDLR status is listed as Review Complete. The registration with TDLR occurred in August 2026, indicating the early stages of the planning and compliance process before construction began.

Ellis County unemployment rate (FRED, August 2026): 4.3 percent, lower than a year earlier. The surrounding ZIP 75119 area has a population of about 30,809, with a median household income of $76,983. Housing in the area is predominantly owner-occupied, with 11,738 housing units and a median owner-occupied home value of $238,400 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. This infrastructure supports the local community and provides necessary services for trucking operations in the region.

The project represents a significant investment in the Alma area, contributing to the local economy and providing specialized facilities for truck repair and washing. The detailed planning and adherence to TABS standards ensure that the facility will be accessible and functional for all users. The completion of this project will add to the commercial infrastructure in Ellis County, supporting the transportation and logistics sectors that are vital to the region's economy.