Town of Flower Mound, Texas

2121 Cross Timbers Road
Flower Mound, Texas 75028
972.874.6000

For service requests or questions, email
townhall@flower-mound.com
or call 972.539.SERV. After hours, please call 972.539.0525.

Construction Updates

American Tower (DAS) - Various Lane Closures

American Tower (DAS) will continue placing underground conduit along various streets in Town, through the end of May. This will involve possible single lane closures with the use of flaggers and/or narrowed lane widths. Listed below are the streets they will be working on:

Wichita Trail between Simmons Road and Scenic and Twin Coves Park Entrance
High Meadow Road
Deer Path
Hide-A-Way Lane at Simmons Road
McKamy Creek between Flower Mound Road and Simmons Road and Murrell Park to Hideaway
FM 2499 between Forest Vista Drive and Northshore Boulevard
Quail Run between Flower Mound Road and Bruton Orand
Old Settlers from McKamy Creek Road to Peters Colony

Enterprise Drive - Lane Closure

Beginning on Monday, May 7, 2012, Enterprise Drive will be closed to west bound traffic at FM 2499 due to construction. Once construction is complete, all west bound traffic on Enterprise will be required to turn north on FM 2499, as the FM 2499 median will be redesigned to prevent south bound turns. Traffic wishing to go south must use east bound Enterprise Drive out to SH 121.

Gerault Road & FM 2499 - Intersection/Lane Closures

Various lane closures will be occurring intermittently at the intersection of FM 2499 and Gerault Road through April in order to allow for the construction of the flyover. Every effort possible will be made to maintain efficient traffic flow, and at no time will more than one lane be closed in any given direction. Motorists are advised to anticipate localized traffic delays during this time, and utilize Lakeside Parkway as an alternate east-west route to access SH 121. Please visit www.flower-mound.com and observe signage at the site to obtain information about specific lane closures and times. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time of progress.

Gregory Drive – Lane Closure

Beginning on Monday, April 30, 2012 through May 31, 2012, Gregory Drive, north of Colony Street, from 5422 to 5437 Gregory Drive, will be closed to traffic. The Gregory Drive residents in the loop were notified via door hangers. Residents will need to park on Colony Street and on Gregory Drive in the areas where removal has yet to occur or where pavement replacement is complete.

Sunrise Circle - Lane Closure

Starting on May 7, 2012, the remaining asphalt sections of Sunrise Circle will be replaced with concrete pavement. Various lanes will be closed during construction.

Roadway Projects

2011 Paving Reconstruction - Gregory Drive

This project consists of the pavement reconstruction of Gregory Drive, the entire loop from Colony Street to Colony Street. This project will be constructed in three phases. The eastern side of Gregory from Colony Street north to the ninety degree turn will be first, followed by the west side of Gregory from Colony Street north to the ninety degree turn and then complete the north side of Gregory loop. There will be limited access to residences during each phase of the construction.

Status:
The project is currently under construction by Jet Underground Utilities Inc.

Start date:
March 2011

Estimated completion date:
July 2012

Project Budget:
$570,000.00

Work Completed:
The middle section of Gregory Drive pavement is complete.

What to expect in the next month:
Construction of the western loop of Gregory Drive will begin in May.

Contact Information:
Tracy LaPiene - 972.874.6304

This information was updated on April 23 ,2012.

2011 Paving Reconstruction - Sagebrush Drive

This project consists of the pavement reconstruction of Sagebrush Drive, from Morriss Road to Yucca Drive.

Status:
The project is currently under construction by Jet Underground Utilities Inc.

Start date:
August 2011

Estimated completion date:
May 2012

Project Budget:
$900,000.00

Work Completed:
Pavement is complete.

What to expect in the next month:
The grass, irrigation, and landscaping are expected to be completed in May.

Contact Information:
Tracy LaPiene - 972.874.6304

This information was updated on April 23, 2012.

CDBG Sunrise Circle Paving, Phase V

This project consists of adding 1,800 linear feet of paving beginning at Stone Crest Drive.

Status:
Contract was awarded to 3D Paving.

Start date:
Anticipated start date is May 2012

Estimated completion date:
February 2013

Project Budget:
$158,251.00

Work Completed:

What to expect in the next month:
Pre-construction meeting scheduled for 4/30/12. Work anticipated to begin in late May.

Contact Information:
Robert Pegg - 972.874.6312

This information was updated on April 27, 2012.

FM 407

This Texas Department of Transportation project consists of widening the existing FM 407 two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided thoroughfare from Chinn Chapel Rd to Briar Hill Rd. The construction contract has been awarded. Relocation of existing utilities that are in conflict is underway.

Status:
The project is under construction.

Start date:
September 2010

Estimated completion date:
July 2013

Work Completed:
Phase I of the project has been completed which included the installation of the construction traffic control signage and barricades and the removal of the existing center median within the construction zone.

The installation of the storm sewer along the south side of the project has been completed. The installation of the storm sewer lines crossing FM 407 and those located on the north side of FM 407 are partially complete.

What to expect in the next month:
The completion of the storm sewer line installations and the work on the construction of the westbound lanes expected to continue in Mayl.

Contact Information:
Kenneth Parr - 972.874.6401

This information was updated on April 23, 2012.

FM 1171

Phase 1 of this Texas Department of Transportation project will consist of the widening of the existing two-lane roadway to a six-lane divided thoroughfare from FM 2499 to Shiloh Road.

Phase 2 extends the improvements from Shiloh to US-377

Phase 3 extends the improvements from US-377 to IH-35W

Status:
Phase 1 - currently under construction by Glen Thurman, Inc.
Phases 2 and 3 - currently under design and property acquisition. Anticipated start of construction is November 2012.

Start date:
Phase 1 - February 2008

Estimated completion date:
Phase 1 - Substantially completed

Work Completed:
All lanes are complete and open to traffic. All traffic signals are fully operational.

The irrigation system and associated irrigation system has been completed on landscaping mounds located on the north side of FM 1171 from Trotter Lane to Bridlewood Boulevard.

What to expect in the next month:
Installation of grass sod at various places along the full length of the project is left to be completed. This installation is anticipated to be completed in April 2012.

Contact Information:
Kenneth Parr - 972.874.6401

For information regarding interim safety improvements and a map of the project, please visit http://www.flower-mound.com/1171-Information/

This information was updated on February 29, 2012.

Morriss/Gerault Improvement Project Phase 1

This phase consists of the addition of two inside lanes (one northbound and one southbound) to Gerault Road between FM 2499 and FM 3040 and improving the intersections at FM 407, FM 1171, and FM 3040; additionally, traffic signals will be added to the intersections with Spinks Road, Garden Road, Sagebrush Drive, and Buckeye Drive. Phase 1 will also add landscaping to the medians, provide for new sidewalk in locations where there previously was no existing sidewalk, widen most existing sidewalks to six feet and replace existing wooden fences along the Morriss/Gerault corridor from FM 2499 to FM 407.

Status:
Currently under construction by TISEO Paving Company, Inc.

Start date:
June 2010

Estimated completion date:
July 2012

Project Budget:
$20.3 Million

Work Completed:
The paving is 95% complete. The sidewalk is 95% complete. The fences and Baker's Branch bridge are complete. Work at the instersection of Morriss Road and FM 407 is complete.

What to expect in the next month:
Work on the flyover at Gerault Road and FM 2499 will continue. Landscaping, and irrigation work will continue in Mayl.

Contact Information:
Robert Pegg - 972.874.6312

For information regarding the public review, planning, and project maps, please visit Morriss/Gerault Improvement Project webpage.

This information was updated on April 23, 2012.

Timber Creek Road Reconstruction Project

This project consists of the pavement reconstruction and necessary drainage improvements of Timber Creek Road from FM 1171 west to John Court.

Status:
The contract is anticipated to be awarded on 5/21/12.

Start Date:
Anticipated start June 2012

Estimated completion date:
April 2013

Project Budget:
$1,300,000.00

Work Completed:

What to expect in the next month:
Project is expected to be awarded in late May. Construction stakeout and utility location is underway.

Contact Information:
Tracy LaPiene - 972.874.6304

This information was updated on April 27, 2012.

West Windsor Extension

This project will construct a new two lane concrete curb and gutter section roadway from Windsor to FM 2499. The project will include the formation of the parks area adjacent to the roadway.

Timing:
Design began July 2011. Construction is anticipated to start Summer 2012.

Project Budget:
$3.75 Million

Contact Information:
Gregory Perry – 972.874.6302

Construction contract awarded to McMahon Contracting, L.P.

For information regarding this project please click here.

This information was updated on March 26, 2012.

Wichita Trail, Phase II

This project consists of upgrading the existing roadway section to a Rural Collector. The project limits are from Peninsula Drive to Simmons Road. During construction, one-way traffic will be provided west bound for the duration of the project.

Status:
Project has been awarded to Felix Associates of Florida, dba Lone Star Civil Construction, Inc.

Start Date:
Anticipated start is June 2012

Estiimated completion date:
September 2012

Project Budget:
$3,200,000.00

Work Completed:

What to expect in the next month:

Contact Information:
Gregory Perry - 972.874.6302

This information was added on April 27, 2012.

Facility Projects

There are currently no facility projects at this time.

Utility Projects

FM 407 12" Water Line Project

This project includes the construction of the FM 407 12" water line, which extends from the northeast corner of the lot at 3005 Justin Road, to the northwest corner of the Country Meadows subdivision. Construction of this segment of 12" water line will fill in the gap in the transmission system and will provide increased relability to the Town's water system.

Status:
The contract is anticipated to be awarded on 5/7/12.

Start date:
Anticipated start June 2012

Estimated completion date:
February 2013

Project Budget:
$265,000.00

Work Completed:

What to expect in the next month:
Project is expected to be awarded early May. Construction stakeout and utility location will start.

Contact Information:
Tracy LaPiene - 972.874.6304

This information was added on April 27, 2012.

Timber Creek 20" Water Line and Valley Ridge 20" Water Line

This project consists of upgrading to and installing a 20" water line at Timber Creek from Valley Ridge to Kirkpatrick and on Valley Ridge from Timber Creek to Stonehill Court.

Status:
Construction ancitipated start is May 1, 2012.

Start date:
Anticipated start of construction is May 2012.

Estimated completion date:
The project is substantially complete.

Project Budget:
$800,000.00

Work Completed:

What to expect in the next month:
Construction is anticipated to start beginning of May.

Contact Information:
Robert Pegg - 972.874.6312

This information was added April 27, 2012.

Wellington Interceptor

Section I of this project consists of increasing capacity from a 21” sewer main to a 27” sewer main, from Red Cliff Lane to Forest Vista Elementary school.

Status:
The project was awarded to Dowager Utility Construction, L.L.C

Start date:
May l 2012

Estimated completion date:
November 2012

Project Budget:
$754,448.00

Work Completed:
Contract executed in April.

What to expect in the next month:

Contact Information:
Gregory Perry - 972.874.6302

This information was updated April 23, 2012.

Western Elevated Storage Tank

This project will consist of a new 2.5 Million Gallon elevated storage tank to serve western Flower Mound. The tank will be located on Freeman Road near FM 1171.

Status:
The project is currently under construction.

Start date:
June 2011

Estimated completion date:
January 2013

Project Budget:
$5,800,000

Work Completed:
The tank bowl has been raised.

What to expect in the next month:
Complete upper tank bowl and begin final piping in pedestal tank..

Contact Information:
Tiffany Bruce - 972.874.6306

This information was updated on April 23, 2012.

Parks and Recreation Projects

The Heritage Park of Flower Mound Phase I

This project consists of adding an entry drive, parking, restroom building, picnic pavilion, playground, amphitheater, and concrete multi-use trails as well as adding turn lanes on Spinks Road.

Status:
Construction started in June 2011.

Start date:
June 2011

Estimated completion date:
December 2012

Project Budget:
$2 million

Work Completed:
Water and sewer line are complete. Parking lot lighting, pedestrian bridge piers, pavilion and restroom foundation are complete. Site electrical 95% complete; parking and entry drive 90% complete. Spinks Road turn lanes, pedestrian bridge installation, pavilion, and restroom building work complete.

What to expect in the next month:
Planning for community built playground ongoing.

The Heritage Park of Flower Mound will be performing a parking lot lighting “burn-in” which requires the contractor to energize the lamps for 24 hours. We anticipate this will take place the week of March 28.

Contact Information:
David Bauer - 972.874.6308

This information was updated on April 23, 2012.