City of Corpus Christi

CORPUS CHRISTI (News Release) – Street closures along major City streets impacting motorists and pedestrians are listed below. These closures may be due to construction, special event activity, or maintenance. All closures are subject to change due to weather, emergency work, or other circumstances.

Work zone safety is a priority. Motorists are advised to slow down, follow posted speed limits, pay attention, watch out for workers, obey signs and flaggers, and allow additional travel time for delays.

CITY STREET RECONSTRUCTION OR MAINTENANCE PROJECTS

Carroll Lane – Holly Road to Dead End

Starting July 5, the contractor for the City will begin Carroll Lane construction for Phases 1A and 1B of the project. During these concurrent phases, Carroll Lane will be completely closed off from Crestdale Drive to the dead end southbound on the northwest lane and completely closed off from Crestbook Court to the dead end southbound on the southwest lane. During these closures, the contractor will also work on the water lines along the eastbound side of the north lane and the westbound side of the south lane. Traffic will remain two-way on both lanes.

Gollihar Road - Bernandino Street to Prescott Street

A contractor for the City will begin temporary road closures on Gollihar Road from Bernandino Street to Greenwood. The work will continue for several months.

Hearn Road – Callicoatte Road- to the Dead End

A contractor for the City will temporarily close Hearn Road from Callicoatte Road to the Dead End beginning on May 30.

Park Road 22 Bridge and Channel – Whitecap Boulevard to Commodores Drive (SH 361)

Park Road 22 is closed for construction on the south side (eastbound lanes) between Compass Street and Cruiser Street. Motorists traveling eastbound (south side) along Park Road 22 are shifted to the westbound lanes (north side) between Compass Street and Cruiser Street. Travel lanes in each direction are reduced to one between Compass Street and Cruiser Street.

Park Road 22 South Access – Jackfish Avenue to Commodores Drive

Starting July 18, Park Road 22 South Access will be closed for construction on the east side (northbound lane) between Jackfish Avenue and Commodores Drive. Motorists are to travel on the west side of the roadway in a single southbound lane. All inlets are open to motorists.

Staples Street – Baldwin Boulevard to Kostoryz Road (Bond 2018)

Construction on Staples Street has moved to the next phase. Traffic has shifted to the east side onto the newly constructed roadway. Traffic will continue to travel in one lane in each direction. The center-turn lane will continue to be closed during this phase of construction.

South Staples Street – Saratoga Boulevard to Williams (CSIP)

The contractor is performing maintenance on South Staples Street from Saratoga Boulevard to Williams Drive as part of the City's Concrete Streets Improvement Project.

Construction will take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The contractor will conduct daily single-lane closures along South Staples Street, beginning at the Williams Drive intersection, and work southward towards Saratoga Boulevard. Intersections along the construction path may experience daily short-term closures or restrictions. Two-way traffic will remain open for motorists throughout construction.

Construction duration for this project is expected to last two months, weather permitting.

Wildcat Drive – Northwest Boulevard to Teague Lane (Bond 2020)

In Phase 3 of the Wildcat Drive project, Wildcat Drive will cut off at the driveway of the Calallen ISD Administration Building, Teague Lane will cut off at Catfish Drive, and River Canyon will be closed at the last driveway.

CITY PERMITTED CLOSURES

Ambrosia Street – Aquarius Street to Jackfish Avenue

A contractor for AEP will install new underground facilities along the east side of Ambrosia Street. Contractors will implement various temporary sidewalk and shoulder closures to perform construction activities along this section of Ambrosia Street. Side streets intersecting with the proposed work zone may experience a brief temporary street closure to allow contractors to perform work. Work at this location is expected to last two months.

Blanco Road – McNorton Road to Dead End

A contractor for private development is installing a new stormwater line under Blanco Road from the outfall to past McNorton Road. The proposed construction will be completed in two phases. During phase 1, the contractor will construct a stormwater line from the existing outfall to just short of McNorton Road. The contractor is implementing a temporary full street closure of Blanco Road to perform construction activities. Residents will have access points to enter the work zone to their respective homes.

As construction progresses to phase 2, the contractor will construct a stormwater line through the intersection of Blanco Road and McNorton Road. During this phase, the contractor will implement a temporary full intersection closure to perform construction activities.

Detours will be in place to guide motorists around the work zone. Motorists will have residential access at all times during construction. Construction is expected to last several months.

Caldwell Street – Mexico Street to Brownlee Boulevard (Guerra Underground)

The subcontractor for Flat Iron Dragados is installing a new wastewater line between Mexico Street and Brownlee Boulevard as part of the New Harbor Bridge Utility Relocation Project. Construction is progressing and is now in its final phase. A temporary street closure of Caldwell Street between Mexico Street and Brownlee Boulevard will be in place for the final phase. A temporary intersection closure of Caldwell Street and Mexico Street will be in place as construction progresses to the west. Detour signs will be in place to direct traffic around the temporary street closure. Residents will always have access during construction. Construction is expected to last several months.

Chaparral Street, Lomax Street, and Mesquite Street

A contractor for private development is constructing a new hotel in the Downtown area. Before starting construction, the contractor will demolish several buildings in two phases. During phase 1, the contractor will implement temporary sidewalk and parking lane closures along Chaparral Street's west side and Lomax Street's north side. Phase 1 demolition is expected to last several weeks.

During Phase 2, the contractor will implement temporary sidewalk and parking lane closures along the east side of Mesquite Street. Phase 2 demolition is expected to take several weeks.

Cimarron Boulevard – Lipes Boulevard to York Crossing Boulevard

A contractor for private development is constructing two new driveways on the east side of Cimarron Boulevard. The contractor is implementing lane closures on the northbound travel lanes to perform construction activities. Motorists should use caution while driving through the work zone. Construction is expected to last several weeks.

Denver Avenue – Rossiter Street to Ropes Drive

Corpus Christi Water Department (CCW) is making utility improvements along Denver Avenue. The proposed construction will be completed in two phases. During phase 1, the contractor is implementing a temporary street closure along Denver Avenue between Rossiter Street and Cordulla Street. Side streets intersecting phase 1 construction limits will also temporarily close between Aransas Street and Ocean Drive.

As construction progresses to phase 2, the contractor will implement temporary street closure along Denver Avenue between Cordulla Street and Ropes Street. The temporary street closure will include the closure of Ropes Street between Aransas Street and Ocean Drive.

Detours will be in place to guide motorists around the work zone. Motorists will have residential access at all times during construction. Construction is expected to last several months.

Elizabeth Street – Staples Street to Santa Fe Street

A contractor for the City will be performing subsurface utility engineering along Elizabeth Street. Contractors will be implementing various lane and street closures to perform excavations. The contractor will also implement flagger operations as needed. Construction is estimated to last several weeks. Motorists will have residential and business access at all times.

Ennis Joslin Road – S Padre Island Drive to Holly Road

A contractor for private development is constructing a new manhole on the east side of Ennis Joslin Road and three new driveways. To perform construction activities, the contractor is implementing temporary sidewalk and travel lane closures on the northbound travel lanes. Motorists should use caution while driving through the work zone. Construction is expected to last several months.

Hampshire Road – Benys Road to Lantana Street

A Corpus Christi Independent School District contractor is connecting to a stormwater box along Hampshire Road. No lane closures are expected during construction. Advance warning signs will be in place to advise motorists of the off-site work zone. Construction is expected to last several weeks.

Hampshire Road – Benys Road to Lantana Street

A Corpus Christi Independent School District contractor is constructing a header curb, sidewalk, and driveway along Hampshire Road. The contractor will be flagger operations to guide motorists around the work area. Advance warning signs will be in place to advise motorists of the traffic pattern ahead. Construction is expected to last several weeks.

Lexington Boulevard – Leopard Street to Hopkins Road

A contractor for Grande Communication is installing underground facilities along Lexington Boulevard. The contractor will implement daily temporary lane closures along the southbound travel lanes of Lexington Boulevard to facilitate a work zone. Work at this location is expected to last several weeks.

Louisiana Avenue – Stapels Street to Alameda Street

Corpus Christi Water Department (CCW) is making utility improvements along Louisiana Avenue. The proposed construction will be completed in several phases. During this phase, the contractor is implementing a temporary lane closure along Louisiana Avenue between Staples Street and Alameda Street. Side streets intersecting the work zone may experience temporary closures as construction progresses. Motorists will have residential access at all times during construction. Construction is expected to last several months.

Port Avenue – Horne Road to Baldwin Boulevard (Clark Pipeline)

The contractor is replacing a 16-inch water main along South Port Avenue from Horne Road to Baldwin Boulevard. Construction has progressed into the next phase. However, Southbound Port Avenue will remain reduced to one lane between Baldwin Boulevard and Tarlton Street, utilizing the center turn lane as the travel lane. Northbound Port Avenue travel lanes will not be affected. In addition, other lane closures along the project limits may occur for lateral waterline installations. Construction at this location is estimated to last several months.

Port Avenue – at Ayers Street Intersection

A demolition contractor for the Regional Transportation Authority is removing the existing bus station and other facilities. The contractor is implementing a temporary shoulder closure and temporary sidewalk closure to safely perform demolition operations. Advance warning signs will advise motorists and pedestrians of the construction ahead. Construction at this location is expected to last several months.

Staples Street – Williams Drive to Bonner Drive

A contractor for AT&T will install new communication infrastructure along the west side of Staples Street. During construction, contractors will implement a temporary sidewalk and bike lane closure along the southbound travel lanes of Staples Street. Motorists will have driveway access to businesses along the temporary closures at all times. Construction is estimated to last several months.

Surfside Boulevard – Access to Surfside Park

A contractor for the City is demolishing and reconstructing facilities for Surfside Park. The contractor is implementing a temporary full street closure to both access roads, restricting access to the park. Alternate residential access has been established for residents who live beside the park. Construction is expected to last one year.

Water Street – Power Street to Fitzgerald Street

A contractor for Spectrum is constructing utilities for new service. Temporary lane closures will be implemented on Water Street to facilitate their work zone. Construction is expected to last one month. Motorists will have residential access at all times during construction. Construction is expected to last several months.

Water Street – At John Sartain Intersection

A Geotechnical Engineering contractor is drilling core samples near the Education Services Center Building. To facilitate their work zone, contractors will implement parking lane closures along Water Street and John Sartin Street near the intersection. Construction is expected to last one week.

Whitecap Boulevard – Park Road 22 to Wastewater Treatment Plant

An AEP Texas contractor will implement daily lane closures along the westbound travel lanes of Whitecap Boulevard to make utility line improvements. Construction is expected to last several months.

Yorktown Boulevard – Cimarron Boulevard to Bichon Drive

A contractor for the City is installing a new waterline in Bill Witt Park. The contractor will implement a lane and sidewalk closure along Yorktown Boulevard to make their connection. Construction is expected to last several days.

Yorktown Boulevard – at Oso Creek Bridge

A contractor will be performing survey operations on the Oso Creek Bridge. Daily temporary lane closures will be implemented as operations progress. There will be brief traffic delays when traffic is reduced to one travel lane for both directions. Flaggers will be present during that time to assist motorists through the work zone. Motorists should be prepared to stop and expect brief delays when driving through the work zone. The surveying operation is expected to last several weeks.

SPECIAL EVENT PERMITTED CLOSURES

ArtWalk – Downtown Corpus Christi

The Downtown Management District is once again hosting its outdoor monthly ArtWalk Event in Downtown Corpus Christi on Friday, September 1, 2023. Temporary full street closures will be implemented on Starr Street, Peoples Street, and Lomax Street, from Mesquite Street to Water Street. Additional temporary street closures will be implemented on Starr Street and Peoples Street between Lower Broadway Street to Mesquite Street. Chaparral Street will also have temporary street closures between Taylor Street and Schatzell Street, Schatzell to Lawernce Street, and from Lawrence Street to John Sartain Street. Street parking will be restricted along and near these areas. Street Closures will be removed the following morning. Please contact the Downtown Management District for more information on the downtown street closure.