Ferry operation projects on SH87.

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a $7,246,662 Project Grant under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) on September 19, 2024. The grant funds will be used to replace an existing ferry boat on State Highway 87 in Galveston, Texas, and decommission the old ferry boat. The project does not result in an increase in the total number of ferry vehicles operating in the region daily, and there is no added capacity. The grant supports TxDOT's efforts to manage and maintain Texas' transportation infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and multimodal transportation networks, to enhance mobility, safety, and connectivity for Texans.

Project description

Various from SH 87 at galveston ferry; replace an existing ferry boat with a new ferry boat and decommission the old ferry boat. Project does not result in an increase in the total number of ferry vehicles operating in the region daily. No added capacity.