Adam RollinsThe city of Georgetown will spend $15.8 million to improve Leander Road. The improvements are part of an ongoing safety and mobility enhancement initiative and will predominantly involve upgrading the roadway and expanding non-motorized traveler amenities. Construction is expected to begin in February 2026.
The existing 1-mile stretch of road between Southwest Bypass and Norwood Drive does not meet the needs of Georgetown’s growing population. The road has a single travel lane in each direction, a continuous center-turn lane and shoulders that vary in width, limiting overall traffic capacity. The current design leads to congestion, reduced mobility, unpredictable driving and a lack of accommodation for pedestrians and bicyclists.
The city will start by widening the road, installing two travel lanes in each direction. To supplement the expanded road, plans include building raised medians with dedicated turn lanes to reduce conflicts. A major effort will involve reconstructing the Southwest Bypass intersection, building continuous shared-use paths and safe crossings and installing new traffic signals.
The roadway will also feature curb and gutter drainage along the outer edge of the pavement. The city will install raised grassy berms to direct water runoff and prevent flooding. The curbs, gutters and berms will provide a buffer between non-motorized travelers and vehicular traffic.
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