Roadway Construction Report
Week of September 14, 2015 through September 20, 2015

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(NOTE: there are no changes from the previous week’s report)
Roadway Construction/Closure Activities:

• Crandon Blvd from Marina to Calusa Circle – Project No. 20150018: The scope of work includes the following: milling, resurfacing, signing and pavement markings, to include green pavement and vibratory lines. Construction is anticipated to be completed by December 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route. Work is scheduled to take place weekdays from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. The contractor may, at times, work on both sides of Crandon Boulevard. However, at least one lane of traffic will remain open in each direction at all times. 

• West Venetian Bascule Bridge Rehabilitation Project – Project No. 20140063: The project consists of the replacement of the westernmost portion of the bridge by removing and disposing of, in an artificial reef, approximately 730 feet, 9 inches of the bridge’s westernmost structure and replacing it with a new bridge. During the project, the West Venetian Bascule Bridge will be completely closed to vehicular, pedestrian and cyclist traffic. Because there will be no access to the Venetian Causeway from the mainland, those wishing to travel to Miami Beach and the Venetian islands from mainland Miami will need to use the MacArthur Causeway (I-395) or the Julia Tuttle Causeway (I-195). During the construction period, the East Venetian Bascule Bridge will be closed to marine traffic to ensure that vehicular traffic will be able to access and depart from the Venetian Causeway during emergency reconstruction of the West Venetian Bascule Bridge. Work is expected to be substantially completed by February 2016, weather permitting. Weight limits on the Venetian Causeway have been lowered from 15 tons to 11 tons on all bridges except the easternmost bridge (the one connecting Belle Isle to Miami Beach). The weight limit on the easternmost bridge has been increased to 16 tons. 

• Improvements to the Miami Avenue Bridge over the Miami River – Project No. 20130144: The scope of work consists of, but is not limited to, performing improvements to the bridge as delineated in the proposed design plans, including the following: repair concrete sidewalk joint at approaches and joints at toe of bascule leaves; replace entire existing 5-inch open steel grating; strengthen and modify the existing span lock support brackets and install new span lock support brackets; replace new span lock assemblies; repair web cracks and welds in Bascule Span Main Girders; replace the existing hydraulic cylinder rod bushing; measure trunnion alignment and install new trunnion hub turned bolts; replace cylinder pressure relief valves and all rod bushing, seals and pipe fitting; remove and dispose of the existing traffic gates and furnish and install new traffic gates; install new lateral bracing hanger; perform spot repairs as well as overcoat all existing and new structural steel members of Bascule spans; re-grout base of cylinder support platform; re-anchor cylinder pedestal anchor bolts in concrete wall; re-shim shoe and replace existing elastomeric pads on Live Load Shoes; perform detail design of the Control System modifications; furnish and install new Motor Control Center (MCC) for Span Locks; provide new span lock Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) motors; modify Control System and Console for new span locks; provide new navigation lights; and provide all disconnect switches, limit switches, heaters, conductors, wire, conduits and enclosures in accordance with and as delineated in the plans. The improvements to the Miami Avenue Bridge over the Miami River bridge rehabilitation project have been extended as a result of conditions discovered during the initial phases of construction. Work is expected to be substantially completed by December 2015, weather permitting. The new construction timeframe will allow for additional repairs that will extend the life of and improve conditions on the bridge. Work will continue to take place on the closed lanes on the bridge, Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. The contractor may conduct some construction activities on weekends and at night with prior approval from the County. Road closures will remain in effect throughout the area and motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists are asked to observe the traffic signs and follow the Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plan for the bridge. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to expect delays, seek alternate routes or follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 13th Street and SW 72nd Court – Project No. 20140149, Work Order No. 2: Work includes but is not limited to the construction and installation of drainage structures, French drains, miscellaneous drainage improvements, grading, sodding, and miscellaneous roadway restoration. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Mainline Closure: No mainline closures anticipated; work is limited to the residential road. Motorists are advised to follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 56th Street from SW 127th Avenue to SW 132nd Avenue – Project No. 20140112: The scope of work includes the following: adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling and resurfacing, ADA ramps and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by October 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 89th Avenue and SW 131st Street – Project No. 20140165, Work Order No.3: Work includes but is not limited to the construction and installation of drainage structures, French drains, miscellaneous drainage improvements, grading, sodding, and miscellaneous roadway restoration. Construction is anticipated to be completed by October 2015. Mainline Closure: No mainline closures anticipated; work is limited to a non-arterial road. Motorists are advised to follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 104th Street from SW 137th Avenue to SW 157th Avenue – Project No. 20140085: Work includes but is not limited to the construction and installation of drainage structures, French drains, miscellaneous drainage improvements, grading, sodding, and miscellaneous roadway restoration including construction of concrete curb and gutters, and sidewalks. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 104th Street to SW 120th Street, from SW 117th Avenue to SW 127th Avenue – Project No. 20140088: This project has been initiated to improve the roadway surface and driving conditions. Construction is anticipated to be completed by November 2015. The work consists of, but is not limited to, the adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling and resurfacing, ADA ramp and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 122nd Avenue from SW 104th Street to SW 105th Terrace – Project No. 20140086: Work includes, but is not limited to, the construction and installation of drainage structures; French drains; grading; sodding; and roadway restoration, including construction of concrete curb and gutters, and sidewalks, where needed in accordance with the construction plans and specifications. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.
  
• SW 122nd Avenue from SW 112th Street to SW 120th Street – Project No. 20140055: The scope of work includes the following: milling and resurfacing, adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, construction of ADA ramps and connectors and pavement markings and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by November 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 137th Avenue from SW 136th Street to SW 128th Street – Project No. 20140088: The scope of work includes the following: milling and resurfacing, adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, construction of ADA ramps and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by November 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route. 

• SW 137th Avenue from SW 152nd Street to SW 136th Street – Project No. 20140164: This project has been initiated to improve the roadway surface and driving conditions. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. The work consists of, but is not limited to, the adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling, and resurfacing, construction of ADA ramps and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.
 
• SW 157th Avenue from SW 184th Street to SW 152nd Street – Project No. 20100678: This roadway improvement project includes roadway widening, milling and resurfacing, raised (curbed) median, construction of curb and gutter, sidewalk, drainage system; roadway lighting system, pavement markings, and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by March 2016. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to expect delays, seek alternate routes or follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 176th Street from SW 107th Avenue to US-1 – Project No. 20130235: This roadway improvement project consists of reconstructing the existing roadway to include a raised landscaped median, bicycle facilities, sidewalks, curb and gutter, a continuous storm drainage system, signalization, two traffic circles, pavement markings and signage, and roadway lighting. Construction is anticipated to be completed by December 2015. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to expect delays, seek alternate routes or follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• SW 296th Street to SW 304th Street from SW 147th Avenue to SR 821 – Project No. 20140056: The scope of work includes the following: adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling and resurfacing, ADA ramps and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by October 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• North Miami Avenue from North 87th Street to North 105th Street – Project No. 20140163: This project has been initiated to improve the roadway surface and driving conditions. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. The work consists of, but is not limited to, the adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling and resurfacing, and pavement markings and signage. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• Memorial HWY from NE 135th Street to NE 131st Street – Project No. 20140111: The scope of work includes the following: milling and resurfacing, adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, and pavement markings and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by October, 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• West Dixie Hwy and NE 172nd Street – Project No. 20140207: The scope of work includes the following: clearing and grubbing, roadway widening, signage and installation of pavement markings as well as any ancillary items associated with the project’s scope of work. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NE 111th Street from NE 6th Avenue to NE 2nd Avenue – Project No. 20140112: This project has been initiated to improve the roadway surface and driving conditions. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. The work consists of, but is not limited to, the adjustment of valve boxes, milling and resurfacing, and pavement markings and signage. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 17th Avenue from NW 79th Street to NW 87th Street – Project No. 20140112: The scope of work includes the following: milling and resurfacing, adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, construction of ADA ramps and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Construction is anticipated to be completed by November 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 84 Avenue from Park Boulevard to West Flagler Street – Project No. 20140130: Work includes, but is not limited to, the construction and installation of drainage structures, French drains, miscellaneous drainage improvements, grading, sodding, and roadway restoration, including construction of concrete curb and gutters, and sidewalks where needed, in accordance with the construction plans and specifications. Construction is anticipated to be completed by November 2015. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• Fontainebleau Boulevard from Park Boulevard to West Flagler Street – Project No. 20140111: This project has been initiated to improve the roadway surface and driving conditions. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. This work consists of, but is not limited to, the adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling and resurfacing, and pavement markings and signage. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 36th Avenue from North River Drive to NW 36th Street – Project No. 20140012: Work under this contract includes, but is not limited to, roadway improvements including sidewalks, curb and gutter, drainage, special spread footers construction, milling and resurfacing, signalization, pavement markings and signage, roadway lighting and sodding, as well any ancillary items associated with the project scope. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Mainline Closure: NW 36th Street is closed from North River Drive to NW 33rd Avenue. Access to local businesses is being provided. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.
 
• NW 74th Street from NW 87th Avenue to SR-826 – Project No. 20130202: Work includes improvements and widening of the existing road from a five-lane undivided roadway to a six-lane divided roadway with turn lanes, bike lanes, raised medians, sidewalks, curb and gutters, a continuous storm drainage system, pavement markings and signage, traffic signalization, roadway lighting, landscaping, and irrigation. Construction is anticipated to be completed by January 2017. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route. 

• NW 74th Street from NW 107th Avenue to NW 114th Avenue – Project No. 20120004: Work includes improvement and widening to the existing road from a five-lane undivided roadway to a six-lane divided roadway, reducing the width of the existing median to accommodate a bicycle facility, sidewalks, curb and gutters, a continuous storm drainage system, pavement markings and signage, traffic signalization, roadway lighting, sound barrier walls on both sides of the roadway, landscaping, and irrigation. Construction is anticipated to be completed by December 2016. Mainline Closure: Motorists are advised to follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 87th Avenue from NW 154th Street to NW 186th Street – Project No. 20110194: Roadway widening from two to four lanes, along NW 87th Avenue from NW 162nd Street to NW 186th Street and construct a new four-lane road, from NW 154th Street to NW 162nd Street. The improvements include milling and resurfacing, a raised curbed median, sidewalks, curb and gutters, a continuous storm drainage system, signalization, decorative lighting, bicycle lanes, culvert replacement, pavement markings, and signage. This project also includes the construction of a 36-inch ductile iron water main along NW 87th Avenue, from NW 154th Street to NW 170th Street. This construction, on behalf of the Water and Sewer Department (WASD), is part of the water transmission system required along NW 87th Avenue. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Mainline Closure: Traffic will be shifted from the eastbound lanes to the westbound lanes. Motorists are advised to expect delays, seek alternate routes or follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 111th Street from NW 2nd Avenue to NW 7th Avenue – Project No. 20140112: This project has been initiated to improve the roadway surface and driving conditions. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. The work consists of, but is not limited to, the adjustment of valve boxes and manholes, milling and resurfacing, construction of ADA ramps and connectors, and pavement markings and signage. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 117th Avenue and NW 25th Street – Project No. 20140207: The scope of work includes the following: clearing and grubbing; roadway widening; milling and resurfacing; adjusting manholes; installation of concrete curb and gutter, and sidewalks; installation of detectable warning on walking surface; signage; installation of pavement markings; sodding; as well as any ancillary items associated with the project’s scope of work. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015. Detour: Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route or follow the posted maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route.

• NW 178th Street from NW 89th Avenue to NW 90th Court – Project No. 20140165: Work includes but is not limited to the construction and installation of drainage structures, French drains, miscellaneous drainage improvements, grading, sodding, and miscellaneous roadway restoration. Construction is anticipated to be completed by September 2015.  Mainline Closure: No mainline closures anticipated; work is limited to one non-arterial street. Motorists are advised to follow the maintenance of traffic (MOT) signs or detour route. Restoration activities will address any areas impacted by the project, such as grassy areas, sidewalks and other items affected by the construction.

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All information listed above is subject to change if the respective contractor's schedule is altered due to unforeseen circumstances.