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Tyler Today
By the People, for the People
Tyler City Council Approves Contracts for East Elm Street Drainage Repairs
Damaged 90-100 year old stormwater box culvert requires assessment and permanent fix
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The City of Tyler, Texas has approved two contracts to address damage to a 90-100 year old stormwater box culvert along East Elm Street. The first contract is for $148,805 with IMEG Consultants Corp to assess and develop repairs for an adjoining building, while the second $141,500 contract with HDR is to evaluate permanent repair or reconstruction options for the culvert itself.
Why it matters
The damaged culvert has led to a large washout and void that is threatening nearby buildings and infrastructure. Repairing the culvert is critical to prevent further damage and ensure public safety in the area.
The details
In November 2025, the City discovered that a section of the stormwater box culvert along Elm Street had collapsed, leading to a large washout and leaving the culvert's roof unsupported. Emergency shoring was installed to prevent further collapse, but the culvert contains additional damaged areas that require repair or replacement. The culvert runs beneath a private building and active utilities, so the City is carefully coordinating the repair planning to minimize disruption.
- On Nov. 10, 2025, the City discovered the collapsed section of the stormwater box culvert.
- On Feb. 11, 2026, the City Council approved the two contracts to assess the damage and plan permanent repairs.
The players
City of Tyler
The local government of Tyler, Texas responsible for maintaining public infrastructure like the stormwater culvert.
IMEG Consultants Corp
An engineering consulting firm contracted by the City of Tyler to assess the damage to the adjoining building and develop repair plans.
HDR
An engineering firm contracted by the City of Tyler to evaluate permanent repair or reconstruction options for the stormwater box culvert.
What’s next
The evaluations, analyses, and engineering for the Elm Street Building Foundation Remediation and the Elm Street Culvert Collapse Remediation projects will be funded by Half Cent Sales Tax Funds.
The takeaway
The damaged stormwater culvert on East Elm Street poses a serious threat to nearby buildings and infrastructure, requiring the City of Tyler to take swift action to assess the full extent of the damage and develop a permanent engineered solution to restore the culvert and protect public safety.
