Rivercrest drivers got smoother streets in October 2025, when the City of Fort Worth finished a $3.6 million resurfacing of Hillcrest Street and Rivercrest Drive. The next round of work is underground: a roughly $27.4 million water and sewer main replacement covering Camp Bowie and several nearby residential streets is in final design, with completion expected in March 2028.
For a neighborhood that dates back more than a century, infrastructure is not a background detail. Old pipes, brick streets and mature trees are part of what makes Rivercrest feel the way it does, and they are also what eventually needs replacing. Here is what has been finished, what is coming, and what it means for owners and buyers.
What did the Hillcrest and Rivercrest street project fix?
The city's project page describes the work and its limits clearly. The project, funded with pay-as-you-go money and managed by Transportation and Public Works, covered:
- Hillcrest Street from Crestline Road to West 7th Street
- Rivercrest Drive from West 7th Street to Hazelwood Drive
- Asphalt resurfacing along both segments
- Replacement of damaged curb and gutter, driveways and ADA curb ramps
The city lists the project as complete, with an October 2025 completion date and a total cost of $3,605,000. It sits in Council District 7.
Why does a resurfacing project matter to home values?
Street condition shows up in first impressions. A buyer driving to a showing notices cracked curbs and patched asphalt, even if they never mention it. Replaced driveway aprons and curb ramps also solve small but real problems for homeowners, including drainage at the curb and access for strollers and wheelchairs. A finished project is one less thing for a buyer to wonder about.
What is the next infrastructure project near Rivercrest?
The larger project is a water and sewer main replacement the city titles Camp Bowie, Hulen to Montgomery. According to the city's project page:
- Main corridor: Camp Bowie Boulevard from Hulen Street to University Drive, plus Will Rogers Road West from West Lancaster Avenue to Burnett Tandy Drive.
- Residential water mains: Tremont Avenue, Hillcrest Street, Thomas Place, Washington Terrace, Clover Lane, Virginia Place and the Westside Pump Station site, all between Camp Bowie and Clarke Avenue or Crestline Road.
- Sewer work: Several alleys and easements, Virginia Place and Watonga Street.
- Value and schedule: About $27.4 million, funded by the Water and Sewer Fund, in final design, with completion expected in March 2028.
The city's page includes some carried-over content from a related project, so residents on specific blocks should confirm limits with the project manager listed on the page.
Will Hillcrest be torn up again after it was just repaved?
Hillcrest Street appears on both project pages, but the water main scope covers Hillcrest between Camp Bowie and Clarke or Crestline, while the resurfacing ran from Crestline Road to West 7th. They may overlap only partially, if at all. Residents on Hillcrest should ask the city directly which blocks will see trenching and how pavement will be restored afterward.
What else is on the Rivercrest calendar this fall?
Rivercrest's identity is closely tied to River Crest Country Club, which CandysDirt describes as the oldest golf course in Fort Worth and among the first in Texas to include residential development on its grounds. The neighborhood itself dates to 1911, when its first house was built, and grew quickly just before 1920 as oilmen built residences on the bluff.
The club continues to host community events. The Cliburn, the classical piano organization, held its golf tournament fundraiser at River Crest Country Club on September 28, 2026, according to the Cliburn's website. Events like this are a reminder that the club functions as a civic gathering place as well as a private amenity.
What does this mean for Rivercrest buyers and sellers?
Our agents at The Agency Dallas who work Rivercrest find that buyers here are usually drawn by history, location and lot character. Infrastructure news affects the transaction mostly at the margins, but it is worth planning for.
- Sellers on recently resurfaced blocks: The finished street work is a quiet positive. Mention it in disclosures and conversations if relevant.
- Sellers on blocks in the water main scope: Construction between now and 2028 could overlap with a listing. Knowing the schedule helps you plan showings and set expectations.
- Buyers: Ask whether the house's water and sewer service lines have been replaced, and whether the city's main replacement will touch your block. Private service lines are generally the owner's responsibility, separate from city mains.
- Everyone: Mature trees near the street can be affected by utility work. Ask the city how root zones will be protected during construction.
For broader context on how west Fort Worth fits into the North Texas market, see our market reports. Owners curious about current value can start with a home valuation from The Agency Dallas.
How does Rivercrest's tax picture compare with Westover Hills?
Rivercrest is within the City of Fort Worth, so owners pay the city's rate. Westover Hills, a short drive west, is its own town with its own rate. The city adopted a rate increase for fiscal 2027 to close a $94 million gap, while KERA reported the average city tax bill was projected to fall slightly because residential values declined. Comparing the two requires looking at each home's appraisal and the full set of taxing units.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Rivercrest street resurfacing finished?
Yes. The City of Fort Worth lists the Hillcrest and Rivercrest Streets Project as complete, with an October 2025 completion date. The $3.6 million project resurfaced Hillcrest Street from Crestline Road to West 7th Street and Rivercrest Drive from West 7th to Hazelwood Drive, replacing damaged curbs, gutters, driveway aprons and ADA ramps along the way.
Which Rivercrest-area streets are in the water main project?
The city's project page lists water main work on Tremont Avenue, Hillcrest Street, Thomas Place, Washington Terrace, Clover Lane and Virginia Place, between Camp Bowie and Clarke Avenue or Crestline Road, plus sewer work on several alleys, Virginia Place and Watonga Street. Because the page includes some carried-over content, residents should confirm exact limits with the city.
When will the Camp Bowie water main project be complete?
The city lists the project in final design with completion expected in March 2028. Construction start dates are not posted yet. Residents should expect notices and community meetings before work begins on their block, and they can contact the project manager listed on the city's page for updates on sequencing.
How old is Rivercrest?
According to CandysDirt, Rivercrest's first house was built in 1911, and the neighborhood grew substantially just before 1920 when oilmen built homes on the bluff overlooking the river. River Crest Country Club was established around the same time and is described as the oldest golf course in Fort Worth.
Sources
- City of Fort Worth, Hillcrest and Rivercrest Streets Project
- City of Fort Worth, Camp Bowie Hulen to Montgomery Cast Iron Water Main Replacement
- CandysDirt, Century-Old Rivercrest Balances Close Urban Life with a Quiet Lifestyle (July 2, 2022)
- The Cliburn, Golf Tournament
- KERA News, Fort Worth Proposes Property Tax Rate Bump (Aug. 12, 2026)
