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City backs TxDOT grant to replace Bolt Avenue culvert; local match covered by other project

City of Tyler City Council · November 12, 2025
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Summary

City engineer said TxDOT secured an 80% federal grant to replace a deteriorated culvert on Bolt Avenue; Tyler would cover its 10% local match ($4,700) by completing a separate structural repair project instead of paying cash. Council approved a resolution of support.

Darren Jennings, city engineer, told the City Council that a TxDOT inspection found the culvert at Bolt Avenue with concrete spalling and exposed rebar and recommended replacement. TxDOT applied for a federal grant on the city’s behalf and obtained funding that covers 80% of the project, with 10% state and…

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