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The Mission of the Public Works Department is to manage, maintain, and develop the City's street and storm water systems. This is accomplished by maintaining street pavement; operating and maintaining traffic signals, signs and markings, planning and developing the street system; and providing storm water management services.
STREET OPERATIONS, SIGNS & MARKINGS,
TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Address: 2525 Hygeia Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78415
Mailing Address: PO Box 9277, Corpus Christi, TX 78469
Phone: (361) 826-1875
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
Address: 2525 Hygeia Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78415
Phone: (361) 826-3547
STORM WATER
Address: 2525 Hygeia Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78415
Phone: (361) 826-1875
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Director of Public Works
Ernesto De La Garza
Email: Ernestod2@cctexas.com
Assistant Director of Public Works (Street Operations)
Manuel Hernandez
Phone: (361) 826-1812
Email: manuelh2@cctexas.com
Assistant Director of Public Works (Storm Water)
Gabriel Hinojosa, P.E.
Phone: (361) 826-1877
Email: GabrielH@cctexas.com
Assistant Director of Public Works (Traffic and Engineering, & Right-of-Way)
Renee Couture, P.E.
Phone: (361) 826-3539
Email: ReneeC@cctexas.com
Sr. Public Information Officer
Richard Vargas Jr.
Phone: (361) 826-3420
Email: RichardV2@cctexas.com
Flashing Yellow Arrow
The Flashing Yellow Arrow Signal, or FYA, are being installed at several local intersections throughout the city.
Overhead Banner Permits
Banners for non-profit events or activities can be placed over the street at seven different locations in the city. The banners have to be permitted and there is a non-refundable application fee.
Right of Way (ROW) Permit
Find information about applying for a right-of-way permit to ensure your development and work is in compliance with the law.
Sidewalk and Curb & Gutter Problems
By City Ordinance, the property owner is responsible for sidewalk maintenance. Occasionally small stretches of sidewalk are repaired or replaced as part of a street project.
Street Closures and Traffic Impacts
Street closures along major City streets impacting motorists and pedestrians are listed on the link above. These closures may be due to construction, special event activity, or maintenance. All closures are subject to change due to weather, emergency work, or other circumstances. Street closures will be posted on Fridays for the following week.
Street Pavement Problems
If you want to report a pot hole, a cave-in or any other type of street pavement problem, call the City's Call Center and a work order will be created.
Traffic Control Devices
You can request installation of certain traffic control devices. Examples include speed humps, stop signs, traffic signals, crosswalks, or parking restrictions.
Traffic Signal & Street Sign Problems
To report traffic signals that are malfunctioning, street signs that are down, or problems with one-way signs, call 311 and a work order will be created.
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