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Galveston Seawall Boulevard Mill and Overlay, Phase 3 City of Galveston 1/9/2015 1:09:18 PMProject Narrative
This project will repave Seawall Blvd. between Ferry Road (SH 87) and Boddecker Rd. This will be the third and final phase of the repaving initiative along Seawall Blvd. The pavement is deteriorating and is in very poor condition. Nearly all of the pavement is cracked with a majority of pavement gaps greater than 1/8 inch wide. The pavement damage has been determined to be severe to very severe. Continued degradation will result in impaired travel due to the creation of large potholes, ridges, and cracks. This damage presents a mobility challenge due to the substantial traffic present during peak tourist times as well as the potential for impaired travel during an evacuation event. Additionally, the poor pavement condition also weakens the overall integrity of the seawall. The reconditioning of the surface is recommended by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in order to improve the long term viability of the seawall. Phase 3 will complete the repaving project that began at 61st street. The resurfacing will result in usable pavement for another 10-20 years. The resurfacing will also serve as protection for the backfill behind the seawall. Keeping the pavement in a state of good repair will allow for unimpeded mobility for residents, tourists, and evacuees. Mill and overlay the existing 4-lane street between Ferry Road (SH 87) and Boddecker Rd. (approximately 2.07 miles). The road does not contain any curb and gutter segments since all drainage is sheet flow over the seawall. Project costs also include funding for environmental documentation (categorical exclusion), plans, specifications, and final estimate development, and TxDOT oversight fees. Current alternatives include the "no-build" alternative, which is not acceptable as it will ultimately result in an impassable roadway. Another option is the complete reconstruction of Seawall Blvd. At this time, it is more cost effective to re-surface the roadway.Project Narrative
No Categorical Exclusion (CE) (c)(22) Projects that would take place entirely within the existing operational ROW Yes A permit from Galveston County will be needed. However, no complications or delay are expected. 01/12/2015 No Yes A preliminary utility evaluation has been completed. Utilities run adjacent to Seawall Blvd. approximately 200' to the south. The resurfacing will not involve any adjustment to the existing roadway alignment, so no adjustments to utilities will be required. No The project has been discussed at public meetings of the Galveston Intermodal Transportation Committee on November 12 and 17, and December 19, 2014, and at City Council Workshops on December 11, 2014. As this is a state of good repair project, it is not expected to generate any amount of public discussion or controversy. Future public meetings can be held, if needed. http://www.guidrynews.com/story.aspx?id=1000065610 This is phase 3 of a project which included identical scopes of work for phase 1 and phase 2. This phase is expected to be completed without delay due to fewer driveways, ramps, signals, utilities, and commercial uses along this portion of Seawall Blvd. A resolution by the Galveston City Council is attached.Map/Location
Evalutation Questions - Roadway/Mobility (Non-ITS) Projects
Benefit /Cost Methodology - Roadway/Mobility (Non-ITS)
State of Good Repair – Operating/Life-Cycle Cost savingsPlease attach the completed BCA Excel worksheet and appropriate narrative of analysis used.
Regional Impact
Designated evacuation route Although not formally designated as such, Seawall Blvd. functions as a de-facto evacuation route as it is one of three major east/west roads on the island, and one of the complete east/west connection. No Although not formally designated as such, Seawall Blvd. functions as a de-facto heavy cargo route as it is one of two major east/west roads on the island, and one of the complete east/west connection. Yes Island Transit Dial-a-Ride service (limited eligibility demand response service) utilizes this segment of Seawall Blvd frequently.Design/Corridor Mobility
No No - this is a state of good repair project. No No - this is a state of good repair project. No No - this is a state of good repair project.Community
Yes Yes - the City of Galveston Comprehensive Plan (2011) and the Thoroughfare Plan encourage adequate public facilities, the enhancement and strengthening of infrastructure, and the increased resilience of existing infrastructure. Additionally, the plan specifically recommends that conditions along Seawall Boulevard are improved in order to promote quality development and support its function as an attractive visitor destination. www.cityofgalveston.org/DocumentCenter/View/1711GALV_Comp_Plan_Adopted_Final_11_1027_webres_201407091050413932.pdf
Yes This portion of Seawall Boulevard is functionally classified as a collector according to the City of Galveston's Master Thoroughfare Plan. The plan does not recommend any added capacity improvements at this time. However, as an addendum to the Comprehensive Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan recommends that infrastructure be adequate, resilient, and in good repair.