BFH SEG2, W Sam Houston Tollway Widening and Reconstruction

The Harris County Toll Road Authority has filed a project to renovate and alter the W Sam Houston Tollway in Houston. The work, designated as BFH SEG2, focuses specifically on upgrading traffic signals and installing pedestrian ramps. The project site covers 5,339 sq ft at the intersections of Tanner Road and W Little York in the 77041 ZIP code.

This renovation is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) under the accessibility program. The filing was submitted in September 2026, and the status remains Project Registered. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2027, with the entire scope of work targeted for June 2030. This represents a scheduled build window of 1,247 days.

Project Scope and Design

AtkinsRealis serves as the design firm of record for this infrastructure improvement. The estimated cost for the project is $256,000. When divided by the 5,339 sq ft of affected area, this amounts to $48 per square foot. The scope is limited to accessibility and traffic control elements, specifically the installation of new pedestrian ramps and the update of traffic signal systems to ensure compliance and safety for all users.

The project involves public funds and public land, as is standard for roadway improvements managed by the Harris County Toll Road Authority. The owner of record is the Authority itself. Richard Todd Lozano is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the filing. The work is classified as a Renovation/Alteration, distinct from new ground-up construction, focusing on modifying existing infrastructure to meet current standards.

Local Context and Comparisons

The estimated cost of $256,000 is close to the Harris County median for similar renovation and alteration filings, which stands at $250,000. The per-square-foot cost of $48 is below the county median of $80 for comparable projects. However, the scheduled duration is significantly longer than the county median build window of 92 days. This extended timeline reflects the complexity of coordinating roadwork on a major tollway corridor in a dense urban environment.

The surrounding area in ZIP code 77041 has a population of approximately 33,180 people. The median household income in this area is estimated at $79,164, with a median owner-occupied home value of $269,000. The Harris County Toll Road Authority has four other TDLR-registered projects, including the East Aldine Camp and the NE EZ Tag Facility, indicating a broader portfolio of infrastructure management in the region.