Transforming Bebee Road: Lessons in Tackling Corridor Complexity Through Design-bid-Build

The Bebee Road Improvements project in Kyle, Texas, highlights how design-bid-build delivery can address complex safety, capacity, and community needs. With phased contracts, multimodal upgrades, and innovative intersection design, the $53 million corridor improvement featured clear processes and collaborative planning to support long-term transportation success.

Addressing Corridor Safety Through Geometric Design

Large-scale roadway projects often begin with safety challenges. For Bebee Road, sharp curves and poor sight distances required extensive realignments to meet a 40-mph design speed. By considering long-term community growth, American Structurepoint’s design delivered mobility improvements that would address decades-old safety concerns.

Leveraging Roundabouts for Long-Term Efficiency

Replacing four traditional intersections with modern roundabouts improves traffic flow, reduces severe crashes, and enhances multimodal safety. The lesson: corridor-wide roundabout implementation requires early utility coordination, phased construction planning, and proactive community education to ensure long-term success.

Choosing the Right Delivery Model for Complexity

The design-bid-build model provided clear accountability in a politically visible, bond-funded project. Separating design and construction phases enabled stakeholder review and council approvals, while allowing the client to secure funding in different cycles. For large-scale corridor projects, design-bid-build helps manage inflation risks, allows for phased schedules, and promotes long-term contractor capacity while maintaining community trust.

Phased Delivery as a Risk Management Strategy

Bidding the western portion in 2025 and the eastern portion in 2027 balances construction demand with financial capacity. Breaking complex projects into phases creates consistency across contracts while reducing risks tied to costs, labor shortages, and schedule disruptions.

Lessons for Corridor Transformation Projects

• Safety First: Address geometric deficiencies at the outset to create lasting benefits.

• Innovation at Scale: Roundabout corridors require both technical expertise and public education.

• Delivery Matters: Match the project delivery model to community expectations and political visibility.

• Plan for the Long Term: Phased delivery aligns growth with financial responsibility.

About American Structurepoint

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