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City staff outlines water-line lead replacements, bridge and TxDOT project timelines
Summary
Project manager Matthew Julian updated the Navasota City Council on stalled developer power for a subdivision project, a scheduled water-tower coating, a pedestrian bridge and several TxDOT road projects; staff also reported 40 lead service lines identified and a five‑year replacement requirement from TCEQ.
Matthew Julian, project manager for the City of Navasota, told the City Council that multiple infrastructure projects are progressing but face separate scheduling and utility constraints.
Julian said the developer has not provided permanent power for a subdivision project, leaving four outstanding items that prevent the contractor Weisinger from finishing work. "We do not have power yet from the developer on-site to finish up the work that Weisinger needs to do," Julian said. Staff is seeking cost estimates to install temporary power if the developer does not supply it.
On the city water tower, Julian reported crews will return this week to begin interior prep for painting and coating. He also said crews will place the Brozick Street pedestrian bridge next week, likely requiring a temporary street closure during installation; temporary ramps being discussed are not ADA‑compliant at present.
Julian described two TxDOT projects on West Washington and FM 3090. The West Washington work kicked off recently and has required coordination with private contractors; Knife River’s simultaneous work caused temporary traffic problems that have since been resolved. For FM 3090, utility crews have relocated eight water meters so far and still must relocate three. Julian said 60%-complete plans are expected this month to confirm lot measurements and avoid missed conflicts before the project begins.
Julian also reported the city’s TCEQ‑required service line inventory found about 4,000 service lines checked and 40 that contain lead. "TCEQ now is saying that they have to be removed," Julian said, referring to the state requirement. He said the majority of those lines are on Washington Avenue and South LaSalle, with a few on Farquhar. The city mailed letters to affected customers and has five years from TCEQ to complete replacements; Julian said staff hopes to finish within two years but will need coordination with TxDOT for permits and possible road closures.
Council members asked for follow-up on the pedestrian bridge opening date and whether the temporary ramp would be made ADA‑compliant. Julian said the sidewalk at Piedmont is finished but will likely remain closed until the bridge work is complete, and he will continue to pursue whether the temporary ramp can meet ADA standards.
The updates covered multiple active and planned construction items and highlighted dependencies on developer actions, TxDOT schedules and state compliance for lead service-line removal.
