(New raised crossing at Heights and 7th. Click here for additional photos.) Houston, TX, September 21, 2023 – Houston’s MKT Trail has long been a beloved destination for hikers, runners, and bikers. However, as more residents move into the area, accidents and confusion among trail users have become a common occurrence. Recognizing the need to improve this popular […]
In major cities, something as simple as well-lit streets is often taken for granted. Yet, adequate lighting plays an important role in our daily lives, enhancing safety and helping us navigate. Currently, lights are being installed between 15th and 20th streets. These lights will be activated in the coming months, and we’re excited to share
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Work on the Shepherd Durham Project continues as part of the City’s plan to improve transportation and safety infrastructure in the area for residents, business owners, and visitors. From roadway upgrades to new bike routes and improved lighting, the project is designed to make biking, driving, and walking through this major transit corridor safer and
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Ongoing roadway construction along the Shepherd and Durham project will affect 19th street cross traffic at Durham to allow the Contractor to demolish, excavate and construct the middle portion of pavement along Durham. All eastbound and westbound traffic along 19th will be required to turn south on Durham while roadway operations progress. Construction on the
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Changes are happening every day at the Shepherd Durham Project. The improvements are designed to make our roads safer for drivers, pedestrians, bike riders, and the people who live, work, and travel through the area. From new bus stops to better sidewalks, and safer bike lanes to more shade trees and better lighting, this project
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Total closure of Shepherd Dr. & 20th St. on Monday, March 20th in the evening. As construction progresses on the Shepherd & Durham project in the Heights, crews are working to connect newly constructed water lines into the city’s network. The work requires both Shepherd Dr. and 20th St. to be completely closed so work
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After a delay to have CenterPoint relocate a gas line, construction on Shepherd Dr. is back underway. Work on both Shepherd, Durham, and selected cross streets is part of our work to improve this important transportation corridor for drivers, bikers, and pedestrians, and construction is in full swing on both Durham and Shepherd between 15th
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We’re constantly working to enhance the quality of life for visitors and residents. Completed, current and upcoming improvements starting soon in Memorial Heights include: Completed→ The White Oak Bayou Trail Extension Pavement marking at West Dallas Currently Underway→ Shepherd Durham Project Sidewalk at Heights Blvd. & Center St. and re-striping of Heights from Washington to
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It’s exciting to see changes happening daily around Memorial Heights as work continues to build a better Houston and elevate the day-to-day experience for the people who live, work, and play in this area. The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority has worked tirelessly on our mission of rehabilitating roadways into a hassle-free commuting experience while
Thanks to your vigilance and caution around the Shepherd/Durham and Heights at Center construction sites, we can continue moving forward as quickly as possible to minimize the inconveniences that may stem from the progress of the revitalization plan while keeping the community and the construction crews safe. We appreciate you doing your part. The Next
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