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Value: $11,453,656.86
Project Overview
The Neuens Road Reconstruction project transformed a two-lane asphalt facility into a higher-capacity, more resilient concrete road, spanning the stretch between Gessner Road and Blalock Road. Reytec’s work focused on replacing the deteriorated pavement and upgrading supporting infrastructure—drainage, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and roadway geometry—to enhance safety, mobility, and flood resilience in this corridor.
Scope & Key Features
- Complete reconstruction of a two-lane asphalt roadway to two lanes of 10-inch concrete pavement, designed to meet Harris County engineering standards.
- Installation of curb and gutter systems with “false inlet to ditch” cross sections in certain segments, adapting to site conditions and optimizing drainage performance.
- Construction of 5- to 6-foot sidewalks on both sides wherever feasible, promoting pedestrian connectivity along the full corridor.
- Maintenance of storage lanes in front of adjacent schools to support pick-up/drop-off zones — without installing speed bumps.
- Substantial stormwater detention capacity (12.4 acre-feet) built into the roadway design—maximizing detention within the right-of-way to support drainage improvements and mitigate flooding impacts.
- Coordination with multiple funding and oversight agencies, including Houston Public Works, Harris County, and the Houston Community Development Department under the CDBG-DR15 Flood Events program.
Challenges & Solutions
Because the alignment runs through an urban corridor with active development, Reytec’s execution required meticulous scheduling to minimize disruption to adjacent traffic, utility services, and local schools. Our team phased work segments, coordinated utility relocations, and kept close communication with city and county stakeholders to adapt to evolving site conditions.
At constrained portions where sidewalk or drainage space was limited, the engineers calibrated the cross section (e.g. false inlets) to balance hydrologic performance and constructability. The design’s embedded detention also demanded precise earthwork and tight control to ensure accurate subgrade slopes, trenching, and connectivity.
Impact & Results
Upon completion, the project delivered a modern, durable concrete roadway designed to last decades with reduced maintenance needs. The embedded stormwater detention and enhanced drainage facilities help alleviate localized flood pressures. Sidewalks improve pedestrian access and connectivity, while the overall upgrade strengthens mobility and reliability in this critical corridor.
Moreover, Reytec’s delivery of this complex reconstruction — managing multiple discipline interfaces and urban constraints — highlights our ability to execute infrastructure projects of high technical, environmental, and community sensitivity.
