WilCo Breaks Ground on the Long-awaited Sonterra Boulevard Project

by Camy Reynolds

If you’ve driven down Sonterra Boulevard lately, you’ve probably noticed the construction barricades and wondered what’s happening. Good news—Christmas is coming a little early for those who have spent years dodging the infamous potholes at the entrance.

Soon, “Lake Sonterra” will finally disappear. While its legacy may live on—perhaps even through its playful Facebook profile popping up to remind us of its notoriety—residents can look forward to a safer, smoother commute.

Commissioner Russ Boles explained, “Even though the intersection at I-35 is controlled by Jarrell and the state, Williamson County saw the large and reoccurring road damage as a safety issue. The issue is being a little understated by calling it a pothole. The underlying problem is drainage that has caused previous repairs to fail. We’re going to fix that and then repair the road. Wilco’s hope is that when we’re done, ‘Lake Sonterra’ will become a memory of the distant past only sung about in folklore.”

The project is scheduled for completion in December 2025, marking the end of one of the community’s most notorious nuisances and the beginning of a smoother ride ahead.