Support the development of a major multi-modal mobility corridor by converting unused lane capacity near the navigation blvd and lockwood bus station into a sustainable dedicated commuter bike route…

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded Harris County $9,521,060 on July 14, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to construct a mixed-use trail and bikeway with sidewalk improvements at the intersection of Lockwood Drive and Navigation Boulevard in Texas, adjacent to a transit bus station.

The project converts unused lane capacity into a dedicated commuter bike route and pedestrian amenities integrated with the Navigation Boulevard and Lockwood Bus Station transit hub. Work includes construction of the trail, bikeway, and sidewalk improvements designed to create a safer, more accessible, and integrated transit environment. The expected outcomes center on improved pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle safety through enhanced shared-space design and increased transit visibility and ridership by making the transit stop more prominent and inviting within the broader urban landscape.

Harris County, through its Office of County Administration, serves as the recipient. The period of performance extends from the award date through May 31, 2030. No sub-recipients are identified. The intended beneficiaries include Harris County residents, area visitors, commuting motorists, commerce-based travel users, and active-transportation users, with broader benefits to environmental quality and community well-being.

Purpose

The purpose of this grant is to support the development of a major multi-modal mobility corridor by converting unused lane capacity near the navigation blvd and lockwood bus station into a sustainable dedicated commuter bike route pedestrian and trail amenities and additional streetscapes. This enhances environmental quality promotes community well-being and will transform underutilized land into a resilient natural area that supports ecological health while serving as a shared community asset.

Activities

Construction of a mixed-use trail/bikeway and sidewalk improvements at the intersection of lockwood drive and navigation blvd transit bus station to create a fundamentally safer more accessible and integrated transit hub.

Expected outcomes

Improved pedestrian bicycle and vehicle safety through enhanced shared space design next to the transit bus stopthe project improves the transit visibility and transit legitimacy of the navigation blvd and lockwood bus stopas the navigation blvd and lockwood street bus stop sits isolated on a shoulder with poor pedestrian access transit usage can feel secondary to vehicular movement. Bringing a modern mixed-use trail and crisp new sidewalks directly to the lockwood DR @ navigation blvd stop elevates its prominence. IT signals a cohesive deliberate commitment to multi-modal transportation naturally encouraging higher ridership by making the transit option look and feel safe organized and inviting.

Intended beneficiaries

The intended beneficiaries include:-residents of harris county-visitors to the area-commuting motorists -commerce based travel -environmental quality-active transportation