Author: Dan Kelly

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

Last week, the contractor continued framing and pouring the concrete retaining walls and progressed on framing the bridge deck. A milestone was reached with the completion of the storm sewer removal and replacement.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

This week, the contractor plans to complete the framing, setting of rebar, and pouring of the concrete retaining walls. Work on the bridge deck will also advance, with the contractor anticipating setting the rebar to prepare for the next stages of construction.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor continued work on framing and pouring the concrete retaining walls and continued work on the framing of the bridge deck.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to complete the framing and pouring of the retaining walls and finalize the framing of the bridge deck. Following this, work will begin on setting rebar for the bridge deck. Additionally, the contractor anticipates completing the storm sewer removal and replacement.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor completed the delivery and installation of the precast beams for the west and middle sections of the bridge (spans 1 and 2). Rebar installation for the retaining walls was finalized, and work advanced with framing and pouring of the concrete retaining walls east of the bridge. Additionally, framing of the bridge deck commenced, marking a significant step in the bridge construction process.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to continue framing and pouring the concrete retaining walls and will proceed with framing the bridge deck to prepare for subsequent construction phases.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor completed the installation of lagging and wall drains for the retaining walls and began setting rebar for these structures. The crane was mobilized on-site to set the precast beams, and the delivery and installation of precast beams for the east section of the bridge (bridge span 3) were completed.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor anticipates delivering and setting the precast beams for the west and middle sections of the bridge (spans 1 and 2). Work on the retaining walls will continue, with rebar installation progressing and framing beginning for the concrete retaining walls on the north and south sides of Oak Spring Road, east of the bridge.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor completed driving the soldier piles for the retaining walls on both the north and south sides of Oak Spring Road west of the river. Excavation work was conducted for the retaining wall west of the river on the north side and for the retaining wall east of the river on the north side of Oak Spring Road. Lagging installation was completed for the retaining walls west of the river on both sides and for the retaining wall east of the river on the north side. Wall drains were installed for the retaining wall east of the river on the north side and the retaining wall west of the river on the south side. Additionally, the contractor demobilized the crane on the east side of the river.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor anticipates completing the installation of lagging and wall drains for the retaining walls. Preparations will continue for bridge construction, with the crane being mobilized to set the precast beams onto the bridge. Precast beams are expected to be delivered to the east side of the bridge, where the contractor plans to begin setting them in place.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor spliced and drove additional shell piles for the west abutment, then set rebar, framed, and poured the concrete to complete its construction. Progress continued on the retaining walls east of the river, where soldier piles were driven on both the north and south sides of Oak Spring Road. The contractor also installed lagging and wall drains on the south side and completed the underdrain installation for the west abutment. Additionally, the pile driver was disassembled, and the crane on the east side of the river began demobilization.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to continue work on the retaining walls east of the river, with excavation, lagging installation, and wall drain setup on the north side of Oak Spring Road. Excavation will also begin for the retaining walls west of the river, where the contractor anticipates driving soldier piles on both the north and south sides of Oak Spring Road, advancing the structural elements on the western side of the site.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor continued with the excavation for the proposed west abutment and progressed on the installation of rip rap to stabilize the area. Rip rap placement for the east abutment was completed, providing added erosion control. On the west side, the contractor drove the shell piles for the west abutment and began driving the H-piles for the retaining wall east of the river.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to complete driving the shell piles for the west abutment. Following this, work will proceed with setting the rebar, framing, and pouring the concrete for the west abutment. Additionally, the contractor will continue driving the H-piles for the retaining wall east of the river, further supporting the project’s stability and safety.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor successfully completed the removal of the west causeway and the existing abutments. Excavation began for the proposed west abutment, along with the installation of rip rap to stabilize the site. The contractor also finished driving the shell piles for the east abutment, and following that, tied rebar, framed, and poured the concrete for the east abutment.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to continue excavating for the proposed west abutment and proceed with the installation of rip rap for stabilization. Rip rap installation for the east abutment is expected to be completed. Additionally, the contractor will focus on driving the shell piles for the west abutment, followed by setting rebar, framing, and pouring the concrete for the west abutment.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor completed the removal of the east causeway. Excavation began for the proposed east abutment, with the initial installation of rip rap underway to help control erosion. Additionally, the contractor successfully completed the removal of the west cofferdam and commenced the removal of the west causeway.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to complete the removal of the west causeway and continue with the removal of the existing abutments. Excavation for the proposed west abutment will begin, accompanied by the installation of rip rap to stabilize the site. The contractor also anticipates driving the shell piles for the east abutment.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week, the contractor successfully completed the removal of the cofferdam at the east pier and finalized the backfilling around the west pier. The contractor also began removing the cofferdam at the west pier and initiated the removal of the causeway and excavation for the east abutment.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to complete the removal of the west cofferdam. Work will continue on the removal of the causeway and excavation for the east abutment. Additionally, the contractor anticipates starting the installation of rip rap at the east abutment, which will help prevent erosion, and driving the shell piles for the east abutment to support future structural work.

Community Impact: What to Expect

With the road closure now in effect, residents should be aware that Oak Spring Road from east of the Des Plaines River Trail to west of Hawthorn Lane is closed to traffic for the duration of the project. This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of both the workers and the public. Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as work to improve the community’s infrastructure continues. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project’s progress and any anticipated changes in traffic patterns.