Here’s the latest on four Lake Houston-area transportation projects. This list is not comprehensive.
Upcoming projects
Lakeshore subdivision drainage improvements
Project: Storm sewer and inlet additions will be installed along Elm Shores Drive in the Lakeshore subdivision. The project aims to increase drainage capacity and reduce flood risk throughout the neighborhood.Update: Construction is expected to begin in September, said Jeannie Peng, communications manager for Harris County Precinct 3, in an Aug. 18 email.Timeline: third quarter 2026-fourth quarter 2026Cost: $350,000Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3
West Lake Houston Parkway traffic lights
Project: Traffic lights will be rebuilt at five intersections along West Lake Houston Parkway, including at Kings River Drive/Kings Lake Estates Boulevard, Upper Lake Drive, Firesign Drive, Pine Cup Drive and Lonesome Woods Trail.Update: The design phase has been completed for this project, and construction is pending funding, Peng said.Timeline: TBDCost: $2 millionFunding source: Harris County Precinct 3
Will Clayton Parkway sidewalk
Project: A sidewalk will be constructed along Will Clayton Parkway between Tabor Brook Drive and Garbit Drive. The project aims to enhance pedestrian mobility.Update: Previously expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025, utility conflicts delayed construction of this project, Peng said.Timeline: TBDCost: $400,000Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3
Ongoing projects
Timber Forest Drive, Greens Road traffic light
Project: A new traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of Timber Forest Drive and Greens Road. The project aims to increase driver safety.Update: Construction was substantially complete s of Aug. 18, Peng said.Timeline: construction expected to wrap up in the third quarter of 2026Cost: $610,000Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3