EaDo Lou Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 15 minutes ago, hindesky said: I know of 4 in the greater Houston area. 1. Main St. at Montrose Blvd. 2. Washington Ave. at Wescott St. 3. South side of the Washburn Tunnel. 4. North side of the Washburn Tunnel. There aren't very many inside the 610 Loop (only 5 of them), but there are plenty in the Houston area. You can import the attached KML file into Google Earth to get the location of all the roundabouts in Texas. There seem to be well over 100 in the Houston area alone, with a large concentration in a neighborhood in Cypress. roundabout_export_9_23_2022.kml 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBTX Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 The double roundabouts off i45 and 1375 en route to Sam Houston National Forest are always a trip. They are just so random and seemingly out of place. Love em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerNut Posted September 24, 2022 Share Posted September 24, 2022 With all the people running red lights and stop signs we could use more roundabouts. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted September 25, 2022 Share Posted September 25, 2022 Until people run the roundabouts using lifted trucks through the middle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Posted September 25, 2022 Share Posted September 25, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, cspwal said: Until people run the roundabouts using lifted trucks through the middle Or even with cars https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qB3sbNQ1Qt4 Edited September 25, 2022 by Ross 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerNut Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 On 9/25/2022 at 1:23 PM, Ross said: Or even with cars https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qB3sbNQ1Qt4 Needs larger boulders 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 that one car that was illegally parked in the middle of the crosswalk got lucky! I wonder if the police that showed up issued him a citation? "Good news! you didn't get hit by a boulder, but you are being hit with a parking violation!" 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
004n063 Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 On 9/23/2022 at 3:48 PM, JBTX said: The double roundabouts off i45 and 1375 en route to Sam Houston National Forest are always a trip. They are just so random and seemingly out of place. Love em. There's one on Buffalo speedway that isn't even an intersection. Just...a roundabout. For funzies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
editor Posted October 6, 2022 Share Posted October 6, 2022 On 9/25/2022 at 10:50 AM, cspwal said: Until people run the roundabouts using lifted trucks through the middle Wait until they come across a Diverging Diamond. I've run across a few of these in the last ten years, and they're always startling to me. I haven't seen any in my — admittedly limited — Houston travels yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted October 7, 2022 Share Posted October 7, 2022 9 hours ago, editor said: Wait until they come across a Diverging Diamond. I've run across a few of these in the last ten years, and they're always startling to me. I haven't seen any in my — admittedly limited — Houston travels yet. In Lexington the circle highway has maybe 12 major interchanges, and there’s a diverging diamond, a single point urban interchange (SPUI), a cloverleaf, a 3 level stack, 4 normal exit ramps, and a bunch of traffic lights incidentally, the Kentucky traffic engineering school is located at UK right there 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXK Posted February 22, 2023 Share Posted February 22, 2023 On 4/1/2022 at 3:55 PM, hindesky said: Get ready for the construction. Plan for delays and alternate routes. Architect/Plan Engineers- https://gaugeengineering.com Did this actually start in November? It doesn't seem like much has changed at this intersection other than the work on the Mill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naviguessor Posted February 22, 2023 Share Posted February 22, 2023 There was some utility work around the edges, which I assumed was related.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 having recently been at this intersection near school dismissal (I'm guessing the "Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School"), and seeing waiting parents parked on Jensen, and then wrapped around the corner onto Navigation, I am wondering how this roundabout is going to look around school dismissal? especially, if as it appears, there's only one lane on Jensen headed north as it comes out of this roundabout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted February 24, 2023 Share Posted February 24, 2023 6 hours ago, samagon said: having recently been at this intersection near school dismissal (I'm guessing the "Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School"), and seeing waiting parents parked on Jensen, and then wrapped around the corner onto Navigation, I am wondering how this roundabout is going to look around school dismissal? especially, if as it appears, there's only one lane on Jensen headed north as it comes out of this roundabout. The parents will just keep going around the circle until they see their kid 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EaDolivin Posted March 13, 2023 Share Posted March 13, 2023 I wish they started this project already. Once the Mill is finished and the East River development phase 1 is completed, the traffic is going to increase quite a bit. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post thedistrict84 Posted May 23, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted May 23, 2023 A public meeting is being held on Thursday regarding the roundabout project, for anyone interested. 14 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.33 Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 Heard from someone who is familiar with the project that there might be some community pushback with this project. Did anyone attend the meeting or get the vibe that the community does not want this? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXK Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 Well that would be immensely disappointing. I have a hard time thinking what about the new intersection design would be objectionable, though I get people don't generally like construction and/or change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JClark54 Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 (edited) 4 hours ago, Justin Welling said: Heard from someone who is familiar with the project that there might be some community pushback with this project. Did anyone attend the meeting or get the vibe that the community does not want this? Some folks at a recent super neighborhood meeting voiced opposition, mostly on the grounds that they're prefer the status quo over a roundabout. Another claim was that they were given no notice. The East End District has had information about the project displayed for a decade now, including blurbs about the date, time and place of myriad meetings. Of those in the room, it appeared to be a vocal minority rather than the majority. https://www.eastenddistrict.com/capital-projects/navigation-jensen-runnels-roundabout/ Edited June 5, 2023 by JClark54 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'm Not a Robot Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 Looks like work may be starting. There are trees that are fenced off near the sidewalk and they were using machinery to tear up some sidewalk. There is fiber optics signage along the sidewalk as well but I wouldn’t imagine they would rip up pavement to install fiber optic cables and then do it all over again when the actual work begins. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naviguessor Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 One of those "I'll believe it when I see it" projects. There has been a lot of fiber optic infrastructure work going on the the neighborhoods around here. Our Sidewalks are pretty torn up still, and the streetscape is a mess as a result. Waiting for the contractors to come backs are repair the sidewalks...but, It's taking a long damn time. I do hope that this is a sign that the roundabout is a "go" though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naviguessor Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 I am not a robot, i believe that you just might be correct. My eyes are telling me that this project is kicking off. Long time coming! Thanks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'm Not a Robot Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 The Navigation-Jensen-Runnels Roundabout is underway and we wanted to inform you of the latest construction details. Important Note: Updated renderings of the project's first quadrant outside of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church are available HERE. Here are other key updates: Construction Progress:The first phase of this project will begin the week of July 10th with surveyors walking the area in preparation to improve stormwater drainage at the St. Charles intersection. Traffic Management: Throughout the construction process, we have diligently managed traffic flow to minimize disruptions to commuters and local businesses. Temporary detours and alternative routes have been established, and traffic control measures are in place to ensure safety and efficiency. Community Engagement:We continue to prioritize community engagement and have held regular meetings with local stakeholders to address concerns and gather valuable feedback. The community's input has played an essential role in refining the project's design and implementation. Environmental Impact:Environmental considerations are paramount in our project planning. We have implemented measures to minimize the environmental impact of construction and ensure the preservation of the surrounding ecosystem. We understand the importance of open communication and transparency throughout this project. Should you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. The project's completion will be around the end of Summer 2024 contingent on weather, materials, and other factors. Make sure to visit our website to stay up to date on the latest happenings in East End. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBTX Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 Just beat me to it! Per the board, project kicks off next week with an anticipated completion date of February 2023, which I presume means February 2024. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TXK Posted August 17, 2023 Share Posted August 17, 2023 On 2/23/2023 at 12:53 PM, samagon said: having recently been at this intersection near school dismissal (I'm guessing the "Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School"), and seeing waiting parents parked on Jensen, and then wrapped around the corner onto Navigation, I am wondering how this roundabout is going to look around school dismissal? especially, if as it appears, there's only one lane on Jensen headed north as it comes out of this roundabout. Drove past during this line up yesterday and it blocks Navigation because a lane is closed at St Charles. Hopefully they can figure out a better solution after the construction. Is the school's pickup time so short that all the parents have to be there immediately as school ends? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted August 18, 2023 Share Posted August 18, 2023 Looks like they are creating temporary lanes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBTX Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 Lights and poles are coming down today. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBTX Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 Looks like the lights are back up, but in different spots (attached to preexisting utility pole). Poles and street signs (like the ones for Jones Elementary that closes in 2006) are removed. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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