A new $80 million plan shows dramatic changes to U.S. 27, the arterial highway that pumps more than 70,000 cars per day through the heart of Chattanooga. Under the plan released by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, not much will remain of the southern portion of the expressway — the 1.5-mile stretch between Interstate 24 and the Olgiati Bridge — that has roots dating back to the 1940s. “Even when the design was built, it was below standard, but compromises were made in the design to allow for the fourth street interchange,” according to Jon Van Winkle, city traffic engineer. The overhaul of the southern portion of U.S. 27 will be massive when it’s finished in 2016, said Ken Flynn, an engineer for the state. We’ve got our money’s worth out of it but it is time to replace it,” Flynn said. “We’re replacing all the bridges and almost every one continue
The annual slurry seal project to extend the life of Aliso Viejo streets began this week. Crack sealing and striping removal prep work has already begun and crews will begin applying the slurry seal on April 2. The project should be completed at the end of next month. New striping will be applied after the slurry seal installation. Lane closures and traffic delays should be expected in these areas. Residential streets will be closed completely on the day work is completed. Impacted residents will be notified two to three days in advance continue
Palos Verdes residents who normally travel on Palos Verdes Drive South should consider alternate routes this weekend, Rancho Palos Verdes officials said Friday, warning drivers of Saturday road work expected to cause traffic backups. From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., roadway paving will be performed on the eastbound lanes of Palos Verdes Drive South between Terranea Way and Wayfarers Chapel. Construction delays during the week caused the planned weekend work, officials said in an email continue
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