A new speed table is taking shape along Sanders Road in Plum Creek, bringing a welcome improvement to traffic safety in this well-traveled neighborhood.
Construction began in early December 2025 after the City Council identified the area as a priority for traffic calming. The new flat-topped speed table is designed to reduce speeding while remaining smooth enough for emergency vehicles to cross without delay.
“This table encourages drivers to slow to about 10 miles per hour, which is much safer for everyone using the road,” said Chris Arnold, Deputy Director of Transportation and Public Works.
The speed table on Sanders is similar to those already in place in the Plum Creek subdivision. It sits along a main pedestrian corridor that sees regular foot traffic, especially from children walking to and from school.
Like other speed tables in the area, it spans the full width of the roadway and features a flat plateau, making it easier on cars and passengers while still calming traffic. Unlike traditional speed bumps, speed tables are longer and more gradual. The design was also chosen to minimize impacts on emergency vehicles.
Allbrite Constructors of Texas is handling the work, with a construction contract totaling around $72,000—well under the city’s allocated budget. The project is on schedule and expected to be completed by the end of December, weather permitting.
The Sanders project is part of a broader effort by the City of Kyle to continually improve street and pedestrian safety for all road users. While these may seem like small projects, they have a big impact on residents’ quality of life. In recent months, crews began installing ADA curb ramps throughout the Amberwood neighborhood and repaving residential roads in Kensington Trails. New crosswalks and a traffic signal are also in progress at Center Street and Veterans Drive, aimed at improving safety downtown.
Near Chapa Middle School, crews installed new “SCHOOL” pavement markings and rumble strips along Dacy Lane within the existing school zones. These additions are designed to increase driver awareness and improve safety for students and families traveling through the corridor.
The Transportation and Public Works Department, in partnership with the Kyle Police Department and Hays CISD, recently launched a new public safety initiative called Safe Routes to School (SRTS). The effort includes walk audits of routes children take to schools across the city to identify areas for improvement. The findings will help the City create safer, more walkable environments for children.
“We’re committed to making Kyle safer and more accessible for everyone, whether they’re driving, biking, or walking,” said Chris Arnold.
Staff and City Council have also been working on long-range planning efforts to guide future investments in mobility and safety. The City’s ongoing update to the Kyle Mobility Plan aims to provide a comprehensive guide for improving connectivity, transportation options, and public safety for all users as the community grows. The plan will help shape how sidewalks, crossings, multi-modal connections, and roadways are prioritized and built in the years ahead.
As Kyle continues to grow, projects like the Sanders speed table show the city will continue to prioritize investment in safe and connected neighborhoods. If residents see areas where improvements can be made or repairs are needed, they are encouraged to contact Kyle 3-1-1.
For current updates on roadwork, closures, and traffic alerts, the City maintains a regularly updated Traffic Notices page. Residents can also explore the Street Maintenance Dashboard and view the Capital Improvements Projects dashboard to see ongoing and upcoming projects across Kyle.
