Work progresses on the FM 1560 (Hausman Road) expansion project in Helotes,which goes from Loop 1604 to SH 16 (Bandera Road).
We hope you're enjoying the return of the dedicated right-turn lane from Hausman to Bandera. As part of continuing construction, the contractor will need to close the dedicated left- turn lane from Bandera to Hausman for approximately week starting Monday (August 19).
Don't worry, though! Drivers will still be able to make that left turn, keeping the protected left-turn traffic signal arrow. But for this week of work, the same lane will be used for going left as well as for those looking to continue straight across Bandera (see graphic below).
Rest assured that the contractor has taken every step to make this work as efficient and safe as possible.
We believe it is in the best interest of the public to close, pave and open this lane now before the Northside Independent School District starts classes on August 26.
Kuentz Elementary and Sandra Day O’Connor High School are just beyond this intersection and there would undoubtedly be long back-ups at drop-off and pick-up times if we were to wait and complete the work later as the original plans called.
That's why, just as we did with the dedicated right-turn lane issue (closure was originally supposed be permanent for the entire duration of the project) we're doing our best to prioritize mobility and minimize disruption. So we're changing the plan by moving up this work, the goal being to do our best to complete this phase before classes start.
That's why, just as we did with the dedicated right-turn lane issue (closure was originally supposed be permanent for the entire duration of the project) we're doing our best to prioritize mobility and minimize disruption. So we're changing the plan by moving up this work, the goal being to do our best to complete this phase before classes start.
It probably doesn't feel like it to everyday commuters on Hausman, but this extremely complex projects (lots and lots of utility work underground must be worked out before major construction begins) is actually ahead of schedule.
That said, we do want folks out there to expect delays during peak hours during this period of about one week while the dedicated left-turn lane is closed, particularly on southbound Hausman.
As always, we appreciate everyone’s patience as our contractor continues to make significant progress and addresses necessary construction phases.