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| Hanson Road Reconstruction Information |
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| Date of Record: August 17, 2010 |
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| Detour Information |
| Hanson Road - Scheduled to be open to traffic beginning on August 18 at 3:00 P.M. Intermittent closures are expected as construction concludes. |
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Huntington Drive North - Scheduled to be open to thru traffic at Hanson Road beginning on August 18 at 3:00 P.M. Intermittent closures are expected as construction concludes. |
| Harnish Drive - Open to thru traffic at Hanson Road. |
Hanson Road will be reconstructed from Edgewood Road north to Huntington Drive. This project began in August 2009 and is scheduled to be completed in Fall 2010, weather permitting. The Hanson Road project will remove the existing pavement system and replace it with an urban cross section that includes a curb & gutter, storm sewer, and pavement markings.
(Weather Permitting)
August 2009 - Project Work Began
January 2010 - Road opened in temporary fashion for winter. Spring work will close the Stage 1 construction zone for one month, while bike path, guardrail, and other side of road improvements are made. Stage 2 will commence immediately following the completion of Stage 1. Stage 2 involves the reconstruction of Huntington intersection as well as the roadway north of the intersection of Arquilla Drive. Stage 2 will contain a detour of the roadway during construction.
April 2010 - Hanson Road closure resumes with roadway closed to through traffic from Huntington Drive south to Edgewood Road.
June 2010 - Intersection of Hanson Road and Huntington Drive closed. Hanson re-opened south of Huntington Drive to Edgewood Road.
August 2010 - Hanson Road opens to traffic.
Fall 2010 - Scheduled Project Completion
| Frequently Asked Questions |
Q: Why is Hanson Road being reconstructed?
A: Hanson Road, in its current form, was constructed as a rural roadway that has far outlived its usefulness. To reduce the escalating maintenance costs, the Village is reconstructing the road as an modern urban roadway. This new roadway will better manage the storm water flow, traffic, and pedestrian safety along Hanson Road. In order for a full reconstruction to be completed in an efficient, safe, and economical way, the existing road must be closed to traffic during construction.
Q: How is the project being paid for?
A: The project was awarded to Curran Contracting Company for approximately $2.5 million. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will share a portion of the construction cost with the Village of Algonquin. The Village worked diligently with the design firm and engineer of record to receive the funding for the project, and is elated to bring the citizens of Algonquin a high quality project of this magnitude.
Q: Why does Hanson Road have to be closed for several months?
A: The Hanson Road reconstruction project is receiving funding from IDOT. Accordingly, the Village must honor the contract stipulations that accompany this funding, including project start date and the total number of working days. The project schedule takes into account weather conditions, especially over the winter months, to determine an estimated completion date. Village staff has been working with the contractor to expedite the project for completion ahead of schedule. The road closure is necessary to accelerate construction and for the safety of the construction crews and general traveling public.
Q: How is the project being divided up?
A: In order to keep the road closures at a minimum, this project currently has two phases. Phase 1 takes place from Edgewood Drive north Huntington Drive. Phase 2 will take place from Huntington Drive to approximately 300 feet north on Hanson Road. The Village is working with the construction contractor to determine the feasibility of adding a third phase in which a section of Phase 1 could be opened prior to the entire Phase 1 completion.
Q: How can I stay informed of construction progress on Hanson Road?
A: For the most current construction information, please visit the Village Construction Projects page on the Village website (www.algonquin.org). This page provides current detour information, project schedule, and other general construction information. You may also sign up for Algonquin e-News, the Village's monthly e-mail briefing which will provide construction information, as well as other Village news, directly to your inbox. The Hanson Road Construction project will be featured in The Algonquin Citizen, the Village's quarterly newsletter. For any other specific questions or concerns, individuals may contact the Public Works Department at 847-658-2754.
Algonquin Public Works Department
110 Meyer Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
Mr. Shawn Hurtig, Project Manager
847-658-2754
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