Current Mobility Projects

Post Oak Boulevard Repairs Underway

Post Oak Boulevard has undergone much wear and tear over the past few decades, leaving many parts of the street in a bad state. Uptown Houston will repair the deteriorated portions of the Boulevard between Richmond and the West Loop.

The project began on May 1, on Phase I of the project, just south of Hidalgo to Fairview. Pavement repairs will require the closure of two lanes during construction. The work will be conducted at night from 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. to help mitigate traffic congestion during peak times. During the work day, two lanes will remain open for traffic. Phase I has been completed and crews are currently working on Post Oak Boulevard near Westheimer.  The entire project will be complete by November 2011.

District-Wide Pedestrian Improvements

Driving around Uptown Houston, you may have noticed new lights, sidewalks and trees lining many of the streets. The Uptown Houston District is in the midst of a pedestrian improvement program which will add over 1,200 pedestrian lights, new wider sidewalks and lush green landscaping to every street in Uptown. As more and more people come to Uptown to live, work and shop, it is vital that our streets are beautiful, safe and convenient for pedestrians.

Implementation of pedestrian improvements have been completed along San Felipe, Garretson, Ambassador Way, Uptown Park Boulevard, McCue, Post Oak Lane, and most recently Westheimer. All pedestrian improvements are expected to be completed in 2012. Next time you’re in the area, consider walking around and take advantage of our new and improved pedestrian environment.

Traffic Signal Control System

A state-of-the-art traffic signal control system is being implemented on Post Oak Boulevard with the installation of new traffic signals. Completed late 2010, the first of six signals is located on Post Oak Boulevard at BLVD Place and Post Oak Plaza shopping centers.

All six signals, once installed will ultimately be connected with fiber optic cable to control the signals and collect data which ensures efficient traffic flow. Data will then be gathered and analyzed to help fine tune signal operations and respond to changes and demand.