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FM 521 (FM 2234 to SH6) Fort Bend County 1/12/2015 3:43:44 PMProject Narrative
The proposed project (the “Project”) is widening FM 521 to a boulevard section that replaces the undivided roadway. The boulevard section improves traffic control and reduces left turning conflicts. The Project is a continuation of FM 521 improvements from Sam Houston Toll Road to FM 2234 (north of the Project). Added capacity is needed to reduce congestion and maintain an acceptable Level of Service. The Project will improve regional mobility by connecting Sam Houston Toll Road to SH 6 and improve access to residential areas of Pearland, Fresno, and Arcola. The Project will also improve local mobility to residents and commerce to allow for economic development. The Project improves and completes the connectivity between Sam Houston Tollway and SH 6. The Project consists of the following improvements. • Construct a four-lane boulevard • Improve and replace aged and undersized bridge and culvert crossings • Improve traffic signals and connect traffic signals to adjacent railroad signals • Create pedestrian access along east side of roadway None The project is shown broken down into two phases. Phase 1 would be from FM 2234 to about 350 feet south of Evergreen Street. Phase 2 would be from 350 feet south of Evergreen Street to about 125 feet north of SH 6. Phase 1 is shown with a FY 2017 letting date and Phase 2 with a FY 2018 letting date.Project Narrative
No Environmental Assessment (EA) (d)(1) Modernization of a highway Yes Nationwide permits for stream crossings from the Army Corps of Engineers, typically takes 90 days. 03/07/2015 No No TBD Yes Project would improve FM 521, a TxDOT roadway. No public meetings or mailouts have occurred. The normal EA process would be followed. Attached Commissioners Court agenda item.Map/Location
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