Montgomery County Advances $221M Old Conroe Road Extension

Montgomery County commissioners have officially greenlit a significant $221 million initiative to extend Old Conroe Road, marking a revival of a roadway project that has remained largely inactive since 2018.

In a significant development, the city of Conroe has reached an agreement to transfer control of a major project to the county for $3.2 million, just days before this announcement.

Precinct 2 Commissioner Charlie Riley announced that the county has spent several months regaining oversight of the project.

Riley stated, “Efforts have been ongoing for an extended period to return the Old Conroe Road project to Montgomery County.” “We are pleased to announce that we have successfully reconvened and resumed work on the project.”

Riley reported that he collaborated closely with Conroe City Administrator Gary Scott and Deputy City Administrator Nancy Mikeska to complete the transfer process.

Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough described the roadway extension as a significant advancement for long-term mobility within the city and its neighboring county.

The upcoming 5.7-mile extension is set to link Sgt. Ed Holcombe Boulevard with Old Conroe Road upon its completion. Plans are underway to construct a bridge spanning the West Fork of the San Jacinto River and Lake Creek. Most of the project area is outside the city limits of Conroe.

Riley characterized the initiative as among the most significant off-system roadway projects in Texas. State authorities do not maintain off-system roads.

“It’s time to get this thing rolling,” stated Riley. “We will proceed with all possible speed.”

Officials in Montgomery County have announced that the upcoming project aims to alleviate traffic congestion, enhance connectivity, and accommodate the ongoing population growth in the area. The announcement of a construction timeline is still pending.

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