SH 35 and BS 35E Intersection

The virtual public meeting will be available starting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, by 5 p.m. The virtual public meeting will consist of a pre-recorded video presentation and will include both audio and visual components.

Please note that the presentation will not be available on the website until the time and date listed above. If you do not have internet access, you may call 713-802-5199 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, to ask questions and access project materials during the project development process. Formal comments may be provided by mail or email as explained below.

Additionally, TxDOT is providing an in-person open house option for individuals who would like to participate in person. In-person attendees will be able to view the same pre-recorded presentation as posted online, review hard copies of project materials, ask questions, and submit written comments in any language. The in-person open house will be held on: 

Thursday, June 18, 2026
5 to 7 p.m.
Columbia Heritage Foundation (Heritage Hall)
508 East Bernard St.
West Columbia, TX 77486

Based on a review of crash frequency at this intersection, TxDOT is proposing improvements to the existing T-intersection at SH 35 and BS 35E to enhance safety and mobility at this intersection. The project team requests feedback from the community on the proposed alternatives. The proposed alternatives include: 

•  Alternative 1: A roundabout where traffic flows counterclockwise around a central island. Southbound drivers on SH 35 would have the option to continue southbound via a bypass lane, separate from turning traffic at the roundabout.
• Alternative 2: A continuous green T-intersection that would give southbound drivers on SH 35 the option to pass through withoutstopping. Northbound drivers on SH 35 and drivers turning left to and from BS 35E would be regulated by a traffic signal.
• Alternative 3: The addition of a traffic signal at the intersection of SH 35 and BS 35E where traffic in all directions would be regulated by red, yellow, and green lights. The signals would be timed to optimize traffic flow based on the volume of vehicles.

Regardless of which alternative is selected, all work is anticipated to remain within TxDOT right of way and would not require the displacement of residences or businesses.

Any environmental documentation or studies, maps and drawings showing the project location and design, tentative construction schedules, and other information regarding the proposed project are on file and available for review by appointment Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the TxDOT Houston District Office, 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston, Texas 77007; and at the TxDOT Brazoria Area Office, 18671 FM 523, Angleton, Texas 77515. Please contact Gabriel Adame, TxDOT Public Engagement Coordinator, at 713-802-5199 or as shown in notice.

The public meeting will be conducted in English and Spanish. If you need an interpreter or document translator because English or Spanish is not your primary language or if you have difficulty communicating effectively in English or Spanish, one will be provided to you free-of-charge. If you have a disability and need assistance, special arrangements can be made to accommodate most needs. If you need interpretation or translation services or you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to attend and participate in the public meeting, please contact Gabriel Adame, at 713-802-5199 or as shown in notice, no later than 4 p.m., Monday, June 15, 2026. Please be aware that advance notice is required as some services and accommodations may require time for the project team to arrange.

English: Please call 713-802-5199 to request special accommodations or if you have need for interpretation/translation.

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• Notice
• Aviso

Written comments from the public regarding the proposed project are requested and may be submitted in any language by

• Mail:
  TxDOT Houston District Office
  Attn: Advanced Project Development 
  P.O. Box 1386
  Houston, TX 77251-1386
• Email: as shown in notice

All comments must be received or postmarked by Monday, July 6, 2026.