• The active pipeline value increased from $30.79B to $33.34B, a change of +$2.55B (+8.3%).

• The project count also rose, with 5,523 active projects increasing to 5,587, marking a net gain of 64 projects.

• Houston saw the largest net cost increase at +$2.27B during the latest changes.

Looking at the August 3 vs. September 3, 2026 snapshots, across a letting window of August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2029, the pipeline shows growth in value and project numbers. The active pipeline value rose to $33.34B, reflecting a shift in cost structure as rebuilt projects unveil new classifications. Further, a slight drift in letting dates indicates changes in project timing, while the dominant roadway subtype remains stable at 78.7% of total projects.

In total, 134 projects experienced shifts of six months or more in their letting dates, with 93 moving later and 41 moving earlier. Looking at shifts of 12 months or more, 82 projects shifted their letting dates, 58 moving later and 24 earlier. Overall, this suggests a trend of projects generally being pushed out.

The subtype mix remains stable, with roadway projects comprising 78.7% of all projects as of the latest snapshot. Additionally, there were 18 instances of type and subtype changes, with 13 projects newly classified, while the predominant transition remained from unclassified to construction types.

The total active pipeline value increased by $2.55B from $30.79B to $33.34B. Costs concentrated in roadway and design build subtypes, contributing to a net change of +$317.19M for roadway projects and +$1.15B for design build projects. District-level movements show Houston leading with a net increase of +$2.27B, while Dallas faced a decrease of -$288.84M. Overall, this indicates a repricing of existing projects rather than a structural rewrite of the pipeline.

The TxDOT pipeline shows an overall increase in both active project numbers and total value, driven by a mix of letting-date shifts and steady subtype classifications. While project costs have risen significantly, the concentration of projects mainly remains within the roadway category, supporting ongoing infrastructure development.

The updated pipeline reflects a continued investment in transportation infrastructure with stable classifications and a growing financial commitment.