This project consisted of replacing and upgrading an existing 12 ft. two lane bridge structure between West and East Tawakoni over Lake Tawakoni. The new structure consists four 12 ft. lane bridge structure with two 10 ft. shoulders and a 10 ft. median with continuous concrete safety barrier to improve motorist and roadway safety.
Divided into phases, tight work areas, and working above water obstacles made this a complex and challenging project. Strategic coordination, planning and tact, problem solving and decision making, both before and during this project, were key to successful completion by both TxDOT and Williams Brothers. During the five-year bridge construction project, there were various hurdles to work around, including those out of our control such as environmental habitat issues and the unpredictable Mother Nature elements. Though issues were encountered throughout the duration of the project, both parties worked together effectively to minimize costs, progress work, and produce a quality end product.
Williams Brothers received the TxDOT 2017 Construction Award in recognition of exemplary cooperation and performance of SH 275 Lake Tawakoni Bridge Reconstruction.