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TxDOT has initiated the environmental process for the proposed Regional Parkway – North Padre Island project in Nueces and Kleberg counties, Texas. The proposed project would explore potential route options for a proposed new crossing from the Corpus Christi mainland to North Padre Island. The study limits are from SH 286 on the mainland to PR 22 on North Padre Island, a length of approximately 13 to 16 miles.
Advancement to permitting utility adjustments, detailed design, and project construction is contingent upon the results of the environmental process and funding availability.
Anticipated project timeline
TxDOT is currently in the Environmental Study and Schematic Design phase. It is expected to take approximately two years. See the Environmental Study page for more information.
During this phase, alternatives will be analyzed, schematic design will be developed, environmental effects will be determined, and continuous stakeholder and public involvement will be conducted. This effort will ultimately lead to an environmental decision.
The study area for the evaluation of the potential new location roadway alternatives begins at SH 286, crosses the Laguna Madre, and ends at PR 22, on North Padre Island. On North Padre Island, the study area extends south approximately four miles southwest of the Nueces/Kleberg county line, ending at the boundary of the Padre Island National Seashore as shown on the detailed map below.
