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What’s New
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, the contractor will implement a lane reduction and traffic shift on 17 St. between Alton Road and Dade Blvd. to allow for the excavation and installation of a drainage dissipater structure (slows the flow of water to prevent erosion) and drainage pipe in the green space on the northwest corner of West Ave. and 17 St. This work is scheduled for approximately three weeks.
Watermain and the outfall pipe installation continues from the pump station site within the City-owned P-24 parking lot at 1671 West Ave. (next to the U.S. Post Office) to the green space on the northwest corner of West Ave. and 17 St.
West Avenue, in both directions, will remain closed in front of the pump station site. Pedestrian access will be maintained for the U.S. Post Office from Lincoln Road. Pedestrians, drivers and cyclists will be directed to Alton Road. The Trader Joe’s store and parking garage will continue to have access from 17 Street.
The drainage work along West Ave. between Lincoln Rd. and 17 Street is anticipated through the end of February 2025.
Additional updates will be distributed to provide notice on the remaining parts of work and any associated lane closures. Please carefully follow all posted signage and directions to speed limits, lane closures and detours.
Project Overview and Benefits
The project’s critical upgrades represent a comprehensive neighborhood improvement program, focused on resolving challenges associated with climate impacts and aging infrastructure. The proposed improvements within the West Avenue neighborhood include replacement of the existing water distribution/transmission systems and gravity sanitary sewers; installation of a robust storm water drainage collection and pumping system, including the raising of the paved roads, sidewalks and harmonization within the adjacent private properties; installation of street and pedestrian lighting; installation of new traffic signals and mast arms; installation of landscaping and irrigation; and construction of a segment of new Baywalk. This project also includes including the quality of stormwater being discharged into Biscayne Bay.
Segment 1 Pump Station Work
The P-24 parking lot will remain fenced and closed as work continues. All construction associated with the pump station is anticipated to last approximately one more year. Please note, this schedule may change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Next Steps
The underground utility and roadway work within the West Avenue neighborhood is being scheduled. A pre-construction public meeting will be conducted prior to the start of neighborhood work for Segments 2 through 9.
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation throughout the West Avenue Phase 2 Neighborhood Improvement Project.
Contact
Should you have any questions regarding this project, please contact:
Heather M. Leslie, Public Information Liaison
Call/text 305.905.5876 or email: heather@hmlpublicoutreach.com
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