Author: Oak Spring Road Bridge

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This week, the contractor completed excavation for the paved shoulder and placed and fine-graded the aggregate subgrade. Backfilling of the barrier curb was also completed. Two lifts of asphalt binder course were placed for the roadway, shoulder, and the driveway to the canoe launch parking lot.

Looking Ahead: Planned Work

Next week, the contractor plans to mill the existing pavement from the canoe launch parking lot and place the final lift of asphalt surface course. This will include the roadway, shoulder, driveway to the parking lot, and the parking lot itself. Landscape restoration is also scheduled to begin, including tree planting throughout 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 week, the contractor saw cut the pavement removal limits on Oak Spring Road in preparation for upcoming roadway work. In addition, the utility company subcontractor for MCI completed the replacement of the underground conduit and fiber optic cable along the south side of the project area.

Looking Ahead: Planned Work

Next week, the contractor plans to backfill behind the curb and begin grading the roadway shoulder. Landscape restoration is also anticipated to begin, including tree planting throughout the project 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 week, the contractor completed fine grading of the aggregate subgrade for the roadway. Aggregate subgrade was also placed for the proposed sidewalk, and the aggregate base course for the barrier curb was installed. Framing and pouring of both the concrete curb and concrete sidewalk were completed.

Looking Ahead: Planned Work

Next week, the utility company subcontractor for MCI is scheduled to complete the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable along the south side of the project.

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.