South Padre Island road work near beach access 21 aims to cut flooding
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Construction is currently taking place near Beach Access 21 on South Padre Island, specifically on Ruth Drive south of Good Hope Circle. Crews are installing new storm drain lines to mitigate flooding issues in the area. According to Jon Wilson, the Assistant Public Works Director, the project involves a complete road reconstruction, which includes removing the old road, reclaiming right-of-ways, and enhancing parking and pedestrian access to the beach. The project is anticipated to take approximately five months to finish, ultimately improving access and drainage for visitors.
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