The Heights MKT Hike and Bike Trail will be closed from Tue, Apr 28 to TBD as part of sanitary utility work related to nearby development (Swift Building)
Update: As of Monday, May 11 the trail has been reopened
Detour Overview
- ~3–5 minute reroute
- Uses neighborhood streets
- Reconnects via Nicholson Trail
Safety Notice
- Shared streets with vehicle traffic
- Poor sidewalk connection along Lawrence
- Limited protection in some segments
- Use caution, especially at crossings
Why This Closure?
Sanitary utility work related to nearby development (Swift Building)
Suggested Route
- Exit MKT Trail near Lawrence Park
- Head north to W 8th St
- Continue east to Nicholson Trail
- Rejoin MKT Trail
The following agencies and stakeholders were notified of the upcoming closure as part of coordination efforts (April 13–27, 2026):
- Houston Public Works (HPW)
- Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD)
- Houston Parks Board
- City of Houston – District C (Council Member Abbie Kamin’s Office)
- City of Houston – At-Large Council Offices (1–5)
- Mayor’s Office (City of Houston)
- Department of Neighborhoods (DON)
- Greater Heights Superneighborhood Council SN 15
- Houston Heights Association (HHA)
- BikeHouston
- Friends of Lawrence & Milroy Parks
- Adjacent property stakeholders (Swift Building)
Temporary detour information has been compiled to support safe navigation during this closure.
Report an Issue with Detour
For emergencies, call 911 or contact Houston Heights Constable Patrol Dispatch at (713) 755-7628.
For non-emergency issues, report through the SeeClickFix (Call 311)
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