Fulshear Breaks Ground on $6.5M Huggins Drive Expansion to Improve Traffic Flow
On April 21, 2025, city and county officials gathered to mark the commencement of the Huggins Drive mobility project, a $6.5 million initiative designed to enhance traffic flow and safety in one of Fulshear's busiest corridors. The project will widen and extend Huggins Drive from Fulshear Katy Road to FM 359, introducing a center turn lane, realigning key intersections, and adding pedestrian infrastructure.
Project Scope and Objectives
The Huggins Drive project encompasses several key improvements:
- Road Widening: Addition of a center turn lane to facilitate smoother traffic movement.
- Intersection Realignment: Reconfiguration of Houston Street and Dixon Road intersections for improved connectivity.
- Extension to FM 359: Providing a direct route to FM 359 to reduce cut-through traffic in residential neighborhoods.
- Pedestrian Infrastructure: Installation of sidewalks between FM 359 and Fulshear Katy Road to enhance pedestrian safety.
This project is a collaborative effort between the City of Fulshear and Fort Bend County, funded through the 2013 Fort Bend County Mobility Bond, which allocated $184.9 million for 62 transportation projects across the county.
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Community Impact and Anticipated Benefits
The area surrounding Huggins Elementary School has long experienced traffic congestion, particularly during school drop-off and pick-up times. By widening the road and improving intersections, the project aims to alleviate these issues and enhance overall traffic efficiency.
Commissioner Vincent Morales called the groundbreaking “an exciting milestone for our community,” highlighting the Huggins Road Project as a Mobility Bond effort made possible by a strong partnership between Fort Bend County and the City of Fulshear.
Timeline and Construction Details
Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2025 and conclude by early 2026. R Construction Civil LLC has been awarded the contract for the project.
The project also includes utility enhancements, such as waterline improvements and the relocation of sanitary sewer lines, to support the area's growing infrastructure needs., driven by rapid growth in the region as more new residents plant roots in Fulshear.
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Enhancing Regional Connectivity
The extension of Huggins Drive to FM 359 is anticipated to provide a more direct route for commuters, reducing reliance on residential streets and improving access to major thoroughfares. This development aligns with broader efforts to accommodate the region's rapid growth and evolving transportation demands.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
