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June 8, 2026
TxDOT develops short- and long-term plans for Hwy. 46
By Jessica Nohealapa’ahi
The Bandera Prophet
The Texas Department of Transportation has refined short- and long-term objectives for Hwy. 46. Immediate plans include pre-formed rumble strips, additional warning signs and pavement marking improvements. Last month, TxDOT San Antonio District Engineer Charles Benavidez met with Bandera and Kendall County commissioners to discuss goals for the arterial connector.
This summer, a consultant engineering firm will analyze options; this winter, stakeholder meetings will be set between TxDOT and elected officials, emergency services and school districts. Open house public meetings should begin by spring of 2027.
In less than two years, short-term plans include adding turn lanes at seven intersections on the 11-mile stretch between Bandera and Kendall Counties, adding a four-foot centerline buffer and a building a barrier at Webster’s Curve in Kendall County. In Bandera County, the identified problem areas include Latigo Blvd., Bruce Leeder Lane, and Madrona Ranch Road. The project is set to be bid in September 2027.
Within four to six years, a feasibility study, that was paused last fall and unpaused this summer, is exploring high- and low-speed options. Beyond six years, a four-lane divided roadway with barries, curbs and roundabouts is being considered.
This summer, a consultant engineering firm will analyze options; this winter, stakeholder meetings will be set between TxDOT and elected officials, emergency services and school districts. Open house public meetings should begin by spring of 2027.
In less than two years, short-term plans include adding turn lanes at seven intersections on the 11-mile stretch between Bandera and Kendall Counties, adding a four-foot centerline buffer and a building a barrier at Webster’s Curve in Kendall County. In Bandera County, the identified problem areas include Latigo Blvd., Bruce Leeder Lane, and Madrona Ranch Road. The project is set to be bid in September 2027.
Within four to six years, a feasibility study, that was paused last fall and unpaused this summer, is exploring high- and low-speed options. Beyond six years, a four-lane divided roadway with barries, curbs and roundabouts is being considered.