Interstate 70 Outer Road (Memorial Drive) Resurfacing Project
UPDATES:
*This project is expected to be fully complete by Summer 2010.
*All work for this project is weather permitting
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on July 17, 2009 near the Arch at the corner of Memorial Drive and Market Street in downtown St. Louis City to commemorate the project. Elected officials and partners spoke at the ceremony with the media and public in attendance.
Why Does Interstate 70 Outer Road (Memorial Drive) Need Improvements?
Memorial Drive is the front door to the city that has not received a thorough maintenance treatment for over 10 years. With the road being the front door to the city, the pedestrian movements are extremely heavy between the Arch National Monument and the rest of the city with visitors, residents and downtown businessmen and women. The sidewalks and Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) features across Memorial Drive are very tough to negotiate with strollers and for persons with disabilities. The roadway surface is also on the verge of needing to be replaced due to the amount of pavement that needs repair. This project will correct these deficiencies and repair the damaged concrete and provide a smooth driving surface.
What Improvements on Interstate 70 Outer Road Are Being Proposed?
Work consists of bridge rehabilitation, improvements to the pavement, lighting, drainage, signals, signing, and Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades on the Interstate 70 outer road (Memorial Drive) from the Interstate 44/55 interchange to Washington Avenue. The Interstate 70 outer road (Memorial Drive) Resurfacing Project is an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act projects awarded by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for approximately $5 million dollars to St. Louis Bridge Construction Company.
“The intent of this funding is to put money into the economy and put people to work,” said MoDOT Director Pete Rahn.
“We’ve done everything we could from the first day to take advantage of the recovery act funding and help Missouri’s economy. The projects we are able to tackle with this additional revenue will also make our transportation system safer and more efficient,” added Rahn.
More information on the recovery act projects can be found at www.modot.org/readytogo.
How Will Traffic Be Impacted While Construction Is Under Way?
Construction on Memorial Drive began in mid-July 2009 and is expected to be fully complete by Spring 2010, weather permitting. Motorists can expect delays and periodic lane closures during the project.
Who Do I Contact For More Information?
- Contact MoDOT Project Manager Bob Gummersheimer 1-888 ASK MODOT (275-6636) or e-mail
Robert.Gummersheimer@modot.mo.gov.
