Segment 3B - Initial projects in detail design
Overview
Package 2 I-69 between SH 288 and I-45 South (3B-2)
- Estimated construction cost: $695.5 M
- Construction anticipated to begin in 2025
- Active public engagement will continue through construction completion
- Opportunity for arch bridges to incorporate signature design reflecting community input
Segment 3B-2 project map
Reconfigure streets to provide standard intersections, enhanced street operations and safety improvements
- 1A - Make Chevevert a two-way street from Holman St. to Elgin St.
- 1B - Change the street grid along Jackson St. and Francis St. to create conventional intersections
- 1C - Would no longer serve a transportation function and could be removed.repurposed
- 1D - Build a new detention pond to mitigate flooding
Arch Bridges
To facilitate connectivity between Midtown and Third Ward, a trio of signature bridges is planned for Elgin, Tuam, and McGowen Streets. These new bridges will cross I-69 between the current SH 288 and I-45 interchanges, reconnecting community hubs such as Emacipation Park and Houston Community College - Central Campus
The three arch bridges will mirror the aesthetic of Houston's noteworthy series of I-69 bridges from Hazard Street ti Montrose Boulevard, and will include dedicated pedestrian and bike lanes to enhance safety for all transportation modes.
Pedestrian realms
Provides enhanced bicycle-pedestrian realm both sides with 5-foot buffer, 5-foot bike lane, and 7-foot sidewalk.
3B-2 after NHHIP 3A & 3D construction complete
Reconfigure streets to provide standard intersections, enhanced street operations and safety improvements.
Traffic operations simplified to a single decision point for SH 288 traffic to I-69 or I-45, improving operations and enhancing safety.
Minimum 4 lanes I-69 SB, improving the current condition which includes a pinch point of only two lanes.
Reconstruct Direct Connectors between I-69 and SH 288, improving safety.
Currently there is non-traditional ramp access from Jackson Street directly to SH 288. 38-2 revises ramp access which aligns with driver expectations. Ramp now enters highway from frontage road.
Simplified operations and decision-making drivers along I-69 between I-45 and SH 288.
After NHHIP 3D construction is complete, there is increased distance between the I-69/SH 288 decision point and I-45/I-69 ramp, improving traffic operations.
NHHIP 38-2 will construct sound walls.
Minimum three lanes SH 288 SB, improving the current condition which includes a pinch point of only two lanes.
Minimum 4 lanes I-69 NB, improving the current condition which includes a pinch point of only two lanes.
Arch Bridges
Pedestrian realm