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Burnet Road Corridor Project

Burnet Road Corridor Project

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About the Project

The City of Austin is improving Burnet Road from Koenig Lane to MoPac Expressway to make traveling along and across the corridor safer and easier for people walking, biking, driving and riding transit.

Funded by the voter-approved 2016 Austin Mobility Bond, the project includes sidewalks and shared-use paths, accessible crossings, bus stop improvements, intersection and traffic signal upgrades, roadway repairs and drainage improvements. Features vary by section.

The project is divided into three sections:

  • South: Koenig Lane to US 183
  • Central: US 183 to Bright Verde Way
  • North: Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway

Construction is happening in phases, with a separate schedule for each section. Explore the sections below for improvements, construction progress and anticipated completion dates.

Burnet Road Corridor project limits map

Project Timeline

All three sections are under construction, with separate completion schedules.

  1. March 2026

    South and Central
    Construction began.

  2. June 2026

    North
    Construction began.

  3. Current Status
    • South: Under construction
    • Central: Under construction
    • North: Under construction
  4. August 2027

    Central
    Anticipated completion.

  5. October 2028

    North
    Anticipated completion.

South section: Anticipated completion date to be confirmed.

Anticipated dates are subject to change. Milestones are shown in sequence, not to scale.

South Section

Koenig Lane to US 183

Explore the South Section Map

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Burnet Road project overview from Koenig Lane to US 183. Links to seven intersection maps follow below. Rockwood Lane intersection map (opens in a new tab) Steck Avenue intersection map (opens in a new tab) Anderson Lane intersection map (opens in a new tab) Northcross Drive intersection map (opens in a new tab) Greenlawn Parkway intersection map (opens in a new tab) Pegram Avenue intersection map (opens in a new tab) Whitehorse Trail intersection map (opens in a new tab)
Burnet Road improvements from Koenig Lane to US 183.

Detailed Intersection Maps

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Planned Improvements

  • Sidewalks and shared-use paths for people walking and biking.
  • Accessible curb ramps.
  • Curb and gutter installation.
  • Limited driveway reconstruction.
  • Traffic signal infrastructure upgrades and improvements at priority intersections.

Previously Completed Improvements

Koenig Lane to White Horse Trail

  • Improved crossings and medians for safety
  • Traffic signal upgrades
  • Added turn lanes, including an RM 2222 right-turn lane
  • Landscaped buffer near schools
  • Shared-use paths along RM 2222
  • Bus stop improvements
  • Placemaking and streetscape improvements

White Horse Trail to US 183

  • Crosswalk signal (pedestrian hybrid beacon, or PHB) at Twin Oaks Drive
  • Crosswalk signal (PHB) at Penny Lane/Doris Avenue
  • Crosswalk signal (PHB) south of US 183

Central Section

US 183 to Bright Verde Way

Explore the Central Section Map

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Burnet Road Central Section project map, from US 183 to Bright Verde Way. Links to four detailed intersection maps follow below. Research Boulevard intersection map (opens in a new tab) Waterford Center Boulevard intersection map (opens in a new tab) Longhorn Boulevard intersection map (opens in a new tab) Rutland Drive intersection map (opens in a new tab)
Burnet Road improvements from US 183 to Bright Verde Way.

Detailed Intersection Maps

Planned Improvements

  • Eight-foot-wide shared-use paths for people walking and biking.
  • Bus stops designed for safer access by people walking, biking and riding transit, with accessible boarding areas.
  • Intersection and traffic signal improvements at Research Boulevard, Waterford Center Boulevard, Longhorn Boulevard and Rutland Drive.
  • Pavement repairs, new pavement markings and signs.
  • Curb and gutter installation and driveway reconstruction.
  • Utility adjustments and drainage improvements, including stormwater detention and water quality structures.
  • Trees and landscaping along walking and biking facilities.

Previously Completed Improvements

  • Bike and pedestrian improvements around Q2 Stadium and Kramer Station.

North Section

Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway

Explore the North Section Map

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Burnet Road North Section project map, from Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway. Links to four detailed intersection maps follow below. Gault Lane intersection map (opens in a new tab) Esperanza Crossing intersection map (opens in a new tab) Kramer Lane intersection map (opens in a new tab) Braker Lane intersection map (opens in a new tab)
Burnet Road improvements from Braker Lane to Loop 1 MoPac.

Detailed Intersection Maps

Planned Improvements

  • New sidewalks, bike lanes and shared-use paths.
  • Raised medians and turn lane improvements.
  • Curb and gutter installation and driveway reconstruction.
  • Bus stop improvements.
  • Pavement repairs, new pavement markings and signs.
  • Utility adjustments and drainage improvements.

Previously Completed Improvements

  • Braker Lane sidewalk and intersection improvements.
  • Bus stop relocated near Bright Verde Way.
Download the full Corridor Action Plan map Visit the Austin Bond Project Dashboard

Planning Documents

Explore earlier corridor studies and recommendations. These historical materials may differ from the improvements now under construction.

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Contact

For questions or comments, please email MobilityBonds@AustinTexas.gov or call 512-974-2300.

October 20, 2026 Construction Update

North Section: Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway

Construction progress: Shared-use path and roadway subgrade work is nearing completion in several work areas. Crews are advancing curb, gutter and flatwork north toward Gault Lane, along with storm drain and traffic signal conduit work near Esperanza Crossing and Gracy Farms Lane.

Upcoming work and traffic changes:

  • Crews are preparing to shift work into a new phase in mid-to-late October, with additional roadway, utility and shared-use path work planned.
  • A one-lane closure near Brockton Drive and Kramer Lane is expected to begin the week of October 19. Later in October, the Burnet Road lane closure is expected to shift from northbound to southbound.

Expect lane shifts, temporary detours and changes to access as construction progresses. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time.

Central Section: US 183 to Bright Verde Way

Construction progress: Crews advanced curb, gutter and shared-use path work near Casa Chapala toward McNeil Drive and continued paving preparation. Major work on the retention pond is substantially complete. Water Line B work reached the end of Rutland Drive, and the Water Line C and B connection was completed.

Upcoming work:

  • Crews plan to continue work on storm drains, water lines, roadway and concrete as construction advances north from Phase 1 toward Phase 6.
  • Signal work continues at Longhorn Boulevard and Waterford Centre Boulevard. Signal switchovers are targeted for the week of October 26, with the order still to be confirmed.
  • No traffic pattern changes are anticipated during the next two weeks. A future Phase 2 median work zone may be needed; the project team will provide advance notice before that change.

Transit and property access: The Longhorn Boulevard and Burnet Road bus stop remains closed, with a temporary stop on the east side. The contractor is evaluating a protected walking route near the temporary stop and Sherwin-Williams. Driveway work near 194A and 194B may affect access; timing is still being confirmed.

Expect construction activity and changing conditions in the area. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time.

October 13, 2026 Construction Update

North Section:
Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway

Temporary Lane Closures:

  • Beginning the week of October 19, 2026, crews will be working on Burnet Road between Brockton Drive and Kramer Lane. Access via Brockton Drive may be temporarily impacted by this work; please use Kramer Lane to access Brockton Drive during the intersection closure. 
  • Beginning the week of November 2, 2026, southbound Burnet Road will be reduced by one lane. This will effectively continue the existing lane closure south of Gault Lane. The northbound lane closure on Burnet Road approaching Gault Lane will be removed.

Crews continued:

  • Preparing shared-use paths for walking and biking.
  • Constructing curb and gutter south of Gault Lane.
  • Installing storm drains.
  • Installing underground traffic signal conduit at Esperanza Crossing.

Anticipated completion: October 2028. The schedule is subject to change.

Expect lane shifts, temporary detours and changes to access as construction progresses. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time.

September 29, 2026 Construction Update

North Section:
Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway

Crews continued:

  • Preparing shared-use paths for walking and biking.
  • Constructing curb and gutter toward Gault Lane.
  • Installing storm drains.
  • Installing underground traffic signal conduit at Esperanza Crossing.

Anticipated completion: October 2028. The schedule is subject to change.

Expect lane shifts, temporary detours and changes to access as construction progresses. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time.

August 3, 2026 Project Update

Construction is underway in three sections of Burnet Road:

  • SOUTH: Koenig/2222 to US 183
  • CENTRAL: US 183 to Bright Verde Way
  • NORTH: Bright Verde Way to MoPac Expressway

Crews are installing utilities, upgrading intersections and adding walking and biking facilities. Work is happening in phases along the corridor.

As construction progresses, expect lane shifts, temporary detours and intermittent closures. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time.