HOUSTON – Drivers in Sugar Land should prepare for delays as TxDOT crews begin the next phase of the Brazos River Bridge project along US-59/69.
The new construction phase started this week and is expected to impact traffic along the northbound lanes near the Brazos River, especially during peak commute hours. Officials say drivers should plan for extra travel time, particularly near the intersection of US-59 and Highway 99.
As part of the latest phase, the northbound US-59 frontage road is now closed between Riverbrook Drive and Festival Boulevard. Drivers in the Greatwood area who normally use Riverbrook Drive to access northbound US-59 will need to follow posted detours.
Despite the construction, businesses in the River Park Shopping Center and the Greatwood Professional Center will remain open. Brazos River Park and Crown Festival Park will also stay accessible during the work, but visitors will need to use University Boulevard to get there.
According to TxDOT, the work is part of the Brazos River Bridge Project, which is focused on repairing erosion near the bridge and improving long-term safety and reliability along the busy corridor.
The project will take place in multiple phases. Officials say Phase III began in March 2026, work on the northbound frontage road is expected to be finished by March 2027, and the entire project is scheduled for completion in December 2027.
City of Sugar Land officials are asking drivers to be patient as construction continues and to allow extra time when traveling through the area.