When will the construction start?
Construction will begin August of 2025 when school on Island is on summer recess.
What is happening with the project right now?
We are starting the final design phase soon and will prepare construction documents to put out for bid.
How long will the construction take?
The construction will last approximately 16 months. The first 13 months of construction will take place on the bridge deck, which may occasionally impact traffic on the bridge. The final three months of construction will be completed on the underside of the bridge which will have no impact on traffic.
Will the construction impact traffic on the bridge?
Traffic will be moderately impacted for the first 13 months of construction. The Contractor will maintain one open lane of traffic at all times. The open lane may be alternated to accommodate the daily flow of traffic (e.g. work, school)
What are the planned hours of operation for construction?
The hours of operation will be determined by the contractor and the City. The expectation is that construction will occur Monday through Friday, during normal business hours.
Do you anticipate any full closures?
Full closures are not anticipated, but in the event a full closure is necessary, the contractor will be asked to only apply a full closure when traffic on the bridge is at its lightest, typically during the night.
What if someone has an emergency on the Island during a full closure?
The contractor will be required to allow priority access for emergency vehicles at all times.
What is the total cost/budget for this project?
$19.8M ($22.5M grant-funded and $3.3M local match funds)