Learn more about the new IAH Terminal D-West Pier

From when construction started to the people who hustled to expand the existing Terminal D, learn more about the growth happening at Bush Airport. 

October 3, 2024

When did construction on the new pier begin?

Demolition of the old IAH Terminal C-North started in November 2019 and was completed in the summer of 2020. The demolition of the old facility was needed to make room for the IAH Terminal D expansion. 

The demolition project was virtually invisible to the traveling public – the plan was to safely demolish the building without interfering with ongoing operations within the adjoining buildings.

Terminal C-North demolished
The site of the demolished old IAH Terminal C-North and future site of the IAH Terminal D-West. 

Did Houston Airports recycle any construction debris?

Houston Airports recycled 34,200 tons of pavement and 10,184 tons of debris from the demolition of the old IAH Terminal C-North. 

How many people have worked on the IAH Terminal D-West Pier? 

3,027 individuals attended Austin-Gilbane Joint Venture’s safety orientation.  This total includes construction crews, project managers, designers and architects. As of September 30, 2024, workers have spent 1,090,261 hours constructing the new pier. 

D-West Construction
A look inside IAH Terminal D-West under construction in September 2024.

How big is the IAH Terminal D-West Pier? 

The D-West Pier will add 160,000 square feet of building making the entire IAH Terminal D Concourse 499,650 square feet. 

How many new concessions job did the IAH Terminal D-West Pier create? 

A total of 250 new jobs were created to staff 16 new retail and dining concepts inside the newly expanded section of IAH Terminal D. 

How big is the LED Feature Wall? 

The LED Feature Wall is 380 feet long, 27 feet high and covers 11,000 square feet of wall space.

What amenities are featured inside the expanded area of Terminal D? 

Men's and Women's Restrooms and two Family Restrooms that are equipped to support adult changing needs, two hydration stations, one interactive kiosk, a Mother's Room, a Sensory Room, a Customer Service Area, a Child's Play Area and space for Harmony in the Air musical performances. 
 

d west Childs play area
A new children’s play area is now installed near the new Terminal D-West Gate D2.