Relo advice needed - where to start?

[ged_782]

Originally Posted by ged_782

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IIRC, that interchange (AKA Fratt Interchange) was rebuilt several years ago. Now it's being rebuilt again?

Originally Posted by smuboy86

Yep, part of this project https://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/p...e-sat-pel.html

I may be thinking of a different interchange. I'm thinking of the one on the NE side, in the Randolph Blvd./Perrin Beitel area. You might be talking about the one further south of Rittiman Rd. It sounds like that interchange is where the bulk of the improvements will be taking place.

[smuboy86]

Originally Posted by ged_782

I may be thinking of a different interchange. I'm thinking of the one on the NE side, in the Randolph Blvd./Perrin Beitel area. You might be talking about the one further south of Rittiman Rd. It sounds like that interchange is where the bulk of the improvements will be taking place.

Nope it's both interchanges. The fratt interchange is reconfiguring so there won't be a starlight/ Thousand Oaks exit after 410 comes in north bound, just one of the changes.

[ged_782]

Originally Posted by smuboy86

Nope it's both interchanges. The fratt interchange is reconfiguring so there won't be a starlight/ Thousand Oaks exit after 410 comes in north bound, just one of the changes.

I guess what I'm getting at, is whether we are talking about the elevated connector ramps that were built several years ago being demolished, and new ramps constructed, or is it more of a re-configuration by adding lanes & relocating surface ramps?

Kind of like what was done more recently at 410/I-10 on the NW side. That fits my definition of "rebuilt". Demolishing elevated ramps involves main lane closures during the demolition phase, and again when the new beams are placed, and during overhead concrete pouring.

[mel.mcguire]

That's a great point, Ashbeeigh. Thank you! I didn't realize that 281 was an option going to DFW. I'd only ever taken to Austin. Definitely something to think about!

[ashbeeigh]

Originally Posted by mel.mcguire

That's a great point, Ashbeeigh. Thank you! I didn't realize that 281 was an option going to DFW. I'd only ever taken to Austin. Definitely something to think about!

Absolutely! It's a quieter drive and more scenic. It takes about the same amount of time, though. Just less stressful than dealing with Austin/Waco/Hillsboro etc. Only downfall for me when driving on 281 is that I don't get to stop in West for kolaches.

[sanantoniomike]

Originally Posted by mel.mcguire

Thanks, everyone, for your insight. Very helpful!

We'd also like to get your opinions of some of the communities out NE (Universal City, Schertz, Selma, Cibolo). They've popped onto our radar for a few reasons:

-by checking Google maps traffic patterns during rush hour times we are just realizing that the traffic and commute times are nothing like what we are used to from DFW & Hou. (A very good thing!). We're willing to go out farther on mileage because of this.

-majority of our family is in Dallas so being NE would be better in that regard

-good Catholic school in Selma

-seems like there are some nice houses & neighborhoods out that way (comparable to what you've suggested in the more central areas?)

Anyway, we'd appreciate your thoughts on that area. We are still planning on visiting and driving thru the other areas suggested as well. Just interested in your insight. Thanks for the help!!

Universal City, Schertz, Selma, Cibolo...I just don't like that area. Flat land and there seems to be something lacking, not sure what it is but to me it doesn't feel community orientated. I supposed it feels 'industrial' to me with neighborhoods tucked in behind the industrial parks/buildings off the highway.

We are in Leon Springs (down highway 10 outside 1604 - past six flags) and my neighbor commutes to the airport region - about 45 minutes - but he takes northwest military to the airport bypassing highway 10 and 410...

[flourpower]

As for Catholic Schools, I highly recommend Holy Spirit. Eventhough this is our first year there, my husband and I are extremely pleased with it! We transfered from another local Catholic School which was ridiculously subpar in academics and Catholic Identity. Holy Spirit has definitely met our expectations of what a quality Catholic School can be! Many of the kids there live in the Stone Oak, Inwood, Rogers Ranch, Deerfield areas.