CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas \u2014 All roadways at the intersection of Everhart Road and South Padre Island Drive (SPID) are now fully open following completion of the final phase of a $29.3 million reconstruction project.<\/p>\n
The work included full road reconstruction from SPID to Alameda Street, along with $3.4 million in upgrades to replace outdated water infrastructure at the SPID intersection. These improvements enhance the overall efficiency and reliability of the city\u2019s water system while modernizing one of the community\u2019s key commercial corridors.<\/p>\n
Construction crews completed the project earlier than anticipated, working through multiple phases and overcoming weather-related challenges to deliver the improvements ahead of schedule.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are excited to have this vital commercial intersection now fully open for motorists with improved utilities,\u201d said Jeff Edmonds, Director of Engineering Services. \u201cThis also caps the road reconstruction project of Everhart Road, showcasing our city\u2019s street improvement program designed to focus on major roadways in all areas of the city.\u201d<\/p>\n
Voters approved the project as part of Bond 2020.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The improvements included reconstruction of the existing four-lane roadway with the addition of a continuous center turn lane, new pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalk repairs, installation of ADA-compliant curb ramps, updated signage, pavement markings, and traffic signalization enhancements.<\/p>\n
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