New Parking Structure at Galveston Ferry Landing Unveiled with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
By LAN Staff
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the completion of the new parking structure at the Galveston Ferry Landing. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place June 27, marking an important milestone in enhancing transportation infrastructure and community convenience in Galveston, Texas, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
LAN began this project in May 2021, providing comprehensive design and construction phase services for the new single-level elevated parking deck. “Our team was responsible for civil, roadway, traffic control, architectural, structural, mechanical, fire protection, electrical, special systems, and plumbing design,” said Jon D. Jelinek, PE, project manager and senior associate at LAN. “We are proud to have played a key role in this project for Galveston.”
The need for this new parking structure arose from persistent parking congestion during peak summer months. The influx of visitors enjoying the ferry crossing between Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula increased the demand for parking spaces.
Danny Perez, TxDOT public information officer, stated, “Parking often reaches full capacity with the current arrangement, so we aimed to address the growing demand, particularly for those who park their cars and walk onto the ferry. In addition, the new garage provides cover for folks waiting at the landing, especially during the hot summer months. “
The new facility now accommodates 120 passenger cars and 11 motorcycles and will be fully operational just in time for peak tourist season.
Construction of the parking deck began in October 2022, following the issuance of bid and construction documents in May 2022.
“We are excited to see this project come to fruition,” said Steve Gilbreath, PE, chief operating officer and vice president at LAN. “The new parking structure addresses parking issues and demonstrates our commitment to supporting Galveston’s infrastructure development.”
