PUBLIC NOTICE
The U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA) is considering a request for Federal assistance from the Bastrop Economic Development Corporation to construct Business and Industrial Park Improvements in the City of Bastrop, Bastrop County, Texas. Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), EDA is conducting an assessment of the potential of the proposed project to affect the environment and/or historic properties.
The project will construct essential infrastructure needed to serve both current commitments and future expansion:
Water System Enhancement: To meet industrial fire suppression and operational demand, approximately 2,388 linear feet of water transmission line and fire hydrants will be installed, connecting to the existing municipal water supply and providing adequate capacity for industrial use.
Wastewater System Expansion: To accommodate both immediate demand and future growth, approximately 2,477 linear feet of sewer lines/force main and lift station(s) as needed will be installed, connecting to the existing municipal sewer system and sized for manufacturing-scale capacity.
Road Infrastructure Improvements: Approximately 11,370 square yards of industrial-grade roadway will be constructed to loop Technology Drive and Business Park Drive, providing full access throughout the industrial park with pavement designed for heavy truck traffic and comprehensive stormwater management systems.
The project will be located at the area adjacent to the existing Bastrop Business and Industrial Park location at 1709 South Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. Project information is available for review at 1311 Chestnut Street, Bastrop, TX 78602 and (512) 332-8870.
If you have any information regarding potential impacts environmental resources or historic properties associated with this proposed project, please provide it in writing to:
Kristin Gunning
Regional Environmental Officer
Department of Commerce
Economic Development Administration
AURO-REO@eda.gov
Comments received in the EDA Regional Office by 5:00 pm eastern on August 27, 2026 will be considered. A copy of the NEPA/NHPA decisional document will be available upon request at the above EDA Regional Office.
August 10, 11, 12 2026
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