Traffic Safety Improvements Planned for Huffmeister at Highway 6 Intersection
A new infrastructure project is being developed to improve traffic safety at one of the Copperfield area's busiest intersections. The Phase 2 improvements at Huffmeister Road and Highway 6 aim to make the intersection safer and more efficient for drivers. Currently in the design phase, the project consists of two main components: general intersection improvements and the addition of a dedicated southbound right-turn lane. These enhancements are specifically designed to alleviate congestion and enhance traffic flow, making the intersection safer for all road users.
The dedicated right-turn lane will play a crucial role in reducing traffic congestion, improving the movement of vehicles turning right, and enhancing overall intersection safety. Given the intersection’s significance as a connection point for residents and businesses in Cypress, these improvements will benefit several nearby communities and retail centers, including the Copperfield area, Stone Gate, Cypress Creek Lakes, and various retail establishments along Highway 6.
While the project remains in the design phase, these planned upgrades mark an important step toward improving traffic conditions in the rapidly growing Cypress community. Additional details regarding the construction timeline and traffic impact plans will be provided as the project progresses.
How Harris County Precinct 3 Serves You
Harris County Precinct 3, led by Commissioner Tom Ramsey, P.E., oversees one of the largest and most diverse areas of Harris County, stretching from Cypress to Baytown. The precinct manages an impressive infrastructure network that includes approximately 6,800 lane miles of roadway and maintains 72 parks, 10 Community and Nature Centers, and 8 hike and bike trails, including the Spring Creek Greenway - recognized as the nation's longest urban-forested corridor.
The precinct serves a vast community network, partnering with 15 school districts, 11 cities, 202 municipal utility districts, and approximately 1,000 neighborhoods, effectively managing about 75% of all unincorporated Harris County.
For residents interested in learning about additional infrastructure projects or sharing concerns, visit the Harris County Precinct 3 website at www.pct3.com:, email pct3@pct3.com or call them at 713-274-3100.
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.
