Upcoming Traffic Changes Planned for Franklin Avenue Project

As construction continues on the Franklin Avenue Project, travelers should prepare for upcoming traffic changes and temporary closures along the Franklin Avenue corridor. Upcoming work includes a closure of the Franklin Avenue undercrossing beginning Sept. 14 and rescheduled paving operations due to recent weather conditions.

Franklin Undercrossing Temporary Closure begins Sept. 14

Starting Monday, Sept. 14, the Franklin Avenue undercrossing from Harriman Street to First Street will close to vehicles until the end of May, temporarily reopening from Thanksgiving Day through New Year’s Day. This temporary closure will allow crews to continue construction of stormwater and transportation improvements, as well as new retaining walls at the undercrossing.

Detour routes include Third Street, Greenwood Avenue and Wall and Bond streets. Olney Avenue and Colorado Avenue will also be fully accessible during the undercrossing closure. Two-way traffic will resume on Franklin Avenue between First and Fourth streets before Sept. 14.

• Emergency response access will be maintained at all times.
• Access to all businesses will be open throughout construction. Follow posted business access signs.
• One side of the undercrossing sidewalk path will remain open for pedestrians and cyclists.

Franklin Avenue Paving Work Rescheduled Due to Weather

Due to inclement weather, paving work on Franklin Avenue from NE Third Street to NE Eighth Street has been rescheduled to Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Wednesday, Sept. 9. Temporary one-way traffic closures will be required, and access to driveways and on-street parking will be temporarily restricted during paving operations. Sidewalks and bike lanes will remain open. Business access will be maintained throughout construction.

• Tuesday, Sept. 8: South side of Franklin Avenue from Third Street to Eighth Street.
  • Requires eastbound traffic closure (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
• Wednesday, Sept. 9: North side of Franklin Avenue from Third Street to Eighth Street.
  • Requires westbound traffic closure (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

A detour will be in place on NE Third Street, Greenwood Avenue and NE Eighth Street.