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Guardrail Installation and Restoration Continues

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

Last week, the contractor installed the guardrail along the roadway.

Looking Ahead: Planned Work

This week, the contractor plans to complete the removal of the temporary fence and finish installing the proposed permanent fence. Additional planned work includes installing the cable road guard and parking lot gate. Landscape restoration is anticipated to continue throughout the site, including topsoil placement and grading.

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.

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Roadway Subgrade and Aggregate Placement Progress

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This week, the contractor continued hauling concrete forms and winter protection blankets from the job site. Grading was completed down to the roadway subgrade, and aggregate was placed in preparation for the proposed HMA pavement and curb & gutter.

Looking Ahead: Planned Work (Weather Dependent)

Next week, the contractor anticipates completing the clearing and hauling of the remaining materials from the site. Work is also scheduled to continue with the placement of aggregate subgrade for the proposed sidewalk. Weather permitting, the framing and pouring of the concrete curb & gutter and concrete sidewalk will begin.

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.

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Temporary Pause and Upcoming Site Work

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

No work was performed this week due to weather conditions.

Looking Ahead: Planned Work

Next week, the contractor anticipates clearing and hauling the remaining concrete forms from the job site. Once weather conditions improve, grading will begin to prepare the site for the next construction phase. Additionally, the contractor plans to complete the placement of rip rap around the abutments to enhance stability.

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.

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Pier Construction and Cofferdam Removal Progress

Week in Review: Accomplishments and Progress

This past week the contractor successfully poured the concrete stem wall for the west pier, followed by framing, placing rebar, and pouring the cap. On the east side, the contractor completed backfilling the east pier and began removing the cofferdam. Additionally, temporary fencing was installed on the south side of Oak Spring Road, east of the river, ensuring the safety of the area during ongoing construction.

Looking Ahead: Planned Activities

In the upcoming week, the contractor plans to backfill the west pier and remove the causeway to prepare for excavation of the east abutment. Rip rap installation at the east abutment will also commence to enhance erosion control. The removal of the remaining cofferdams is expected to be completed as part of the next phase of 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.

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