City of Waco to apply for $20.7 million grant to fix several flood

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — The City of Waco is applying for a grant that will help fund construction to fix several bridges along Primrose Creek.

25 News asked Charles Leist, Director of Infrastructure Services for the City of Waco, questions about the grant process and the bridges that would be worked on.

What prompted the city to apply for this $20.7 million federal grant?

Public safety primarily. The bridges, constructed 33 to 54 years ago, are undersized, deteriorating, and flood-prone due to their location in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas.

How soon could Waco learn whether the funding is approved?

During the application planning phase, BIP award announcement was anticipated to occur in the 1st quarter of 2026. Delays are now anticipated with this timeline due to federal government o