CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi announced in a press release Friday that the westbound lane of Staples Street will now be single-lane as it passes through Everhart Road.
The change will still allow right-hand turns.
According to the release the changes were made due to recent observations of traffic conditions and to assist with safety of both crews and drivers.
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The construction of the ongoing Everhart Road Project affects southbound lanes until you reach the South Staples Street and Everhart Road intersection.
Corpus Christi Engineering Services Director Jeff Edmonds explained there are no left turns allowed because cars must drive straight and turn from the same lane, which could cause traffic to backup.
"It can create a situation when you have a lot of traffic where you get, you know, one or two cars through on a light cycle, and so that's why we typically prevent the left turns," Edmonds said.
He shared these tips for drivers.
"If you can, try to find an alternate route and plan for a little extra time if you have to go through that area," he said.
The construction is focused on underground utility work which includes water, wastewater and storm water.
It is expected to last three to four months.
Businesses—who did not want to comment on camera at this time—shared they realize it will take customers a little longer to get to them.
Edmonds said the city took measures to make sure they are still accessible.
"We put the signs out to help with that," he said. "We maintain access to all the businesses, but it does take a little bit more time to traverse the corridor."
When the project is finished, Edmonds said the underground utilities will be done and there will be concrete pavement. He said the project will benefit the road in the long-term but does realize the extra step drivers are taking to re-route.
"We'll do everything we can to minimize that inconvenience to the motoring public and once we get done, we plan to not be back in there for decades to come," Edmonds said.
He said the next phase of construction is still being determined.
There should be more information on that coming in the next four to six weeks.
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