Several road projects are set to start construction in 2026 in Houston’s Inner Loop, including in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose areas. Check out these three upcoming projects slated for the market.

This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change.

1. Waugh Drive and Heights Boulevard Improvements Project

Project: The project consists of installing intersection safety improvements at Waugh Drive and Feagan Street, as well as South Heights Boulevard and the intersection of Feagan Street/Willa Street. Improvements include new traffic signals, crosswalks, Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ramps and improvements to the pavement marking and signage for the existing lane merge south of the intersections.

Update: Houston City Council signed an interlocal agreement with the Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority on Jan. 13 for the design and construction of the project, which is anticipated to start sometime in the third quarter of 2026.

Timeline: third quarter of 2026-TBDCost: $1.4 millionFunding sources: federal funding, Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority2. Cherryhurst Sidewalk Improvements

Project: The Montrose Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone project aims to improve walkability to the bus stops on Westheimer Road and includes the construction of new 5-foot sidewalks, wheelchair ramps and driveways in the Cherryhurst neighborhood.

Update: City officials approved plans for the project, and the TIRX board received a bid for the project Jan. 5. Construction is set to begin in February.

Timeline: February-JulyCost: $1.05 millionFunding source: Montrose Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone3. Uptown Memorial Park Trail & Bridge Project

Project: The project will create a pedestrian and bicycle trail system that will connect Uptown to Memorial Park’s western edge. A 350-foot suspension bridge will also be built over Buffalo Bayou, along with a 156-foot truss bridge and an elevated boardwalk.

Update: Construction is scheduled to begin in 2026.

Timeline: 2026-2027Cost: $22 millionFunding sources: Texas Department of Transportation, federal grants

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