University Drive Pedestrian Improvements

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This project is substantially complete. 

The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will begin construction on University Drive in late May. The purpose of this project is to enhance safety and increase connectivity for pedestrians. Construction is expected to be completed in late summer of 2024.*

Project Description

Brady Street and University Drive

  • Upgrade the traffic signal
  • Install a pedestrian scramble at the Brady Street and University Drive intersection
    • The pedestrian scramble will be similar to the existing scramble at Lincoln Avenue and University Drive
  • Upgrade pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards

Chrisway Drive and University Drive

  • Upgrade the pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB)
  • Add intersection lighting to improve safety
  • Upgrade pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards

Juanita Street and University Drive

  • Upgrade the pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB)
  • Upgrade pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards
  • Add intersection lighting to improve safety

Construction Impacts

  • Pedestrian detours and sidewalk closures
  • Lane restrictions with flaggers
  • General construction noise, dust, equipment backup alarms and ground vibration
  • Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. unless otherwise approved
  • The contractor will work with property owners to minimize impacts

*Construction schedules may change due to high demand for contractors, labor, and supplies.

The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will begin construction on University Drive in late May. The purpose of this project is to enhance safety and increase connectivity for pedestrians. Construction is expected to be completed in late summer of 2024.*

Project Description

Brady Street and University Drive

  • Upgrade the traffic signal
  • Install a pedestrian scramble at the Brady Street and University Drive intersection
    • The pedestrian scramble will be similar to the existing scramble at Lincoln Avenue and University Drive
  • Upgrade pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards

Chrisway Drive and University Drive

  • Upgrade the pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB)
  • Add intersection lighting to improve safety
  • Upgrade pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards

Juanita Street and University Drive

  • Upgrade the pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB)
  • Upgrade pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards
  • Add intersection lighting to improve safety

Construction Impacts

  • Pedestrian detours and sidewalk closures
  • Lane restrictions with flaggers
  • General construction noise, dust, equipment backup alarms and ground vibration
  • Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. unless otherwise approved
  • The contractor will work with property owners to minimize impacts

*Construction schedules may change due to high demand for contractors, labor, and supplies.

This project is substantially complete. 

  • August 9, 2024

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    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Storm drain work is complete.
    • Sidewalk being formed south side of University Drive - Ongoing.
    • Pavement markings being removed and replaced - Night work.

  • August 2, 2024

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    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Storm drain work is complete.
    • Sidewalk being formed south side of University Drive - Ongoing.

  • July 26, 2024

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    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive.
    • Storm drain complete.
    • Sidewalk being formed south side of University.
    • Standing poles July 25th.

  • July 19, 2024

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    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive.
    • Storm drain complete.
    • Sidewalk being formed south side of University.
    • Standing poles July 25th.

  • July 12, 2024

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    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive.
    • Starting south side of University on June 17th.
    • Storm Drain ongoing at Chrisway Dr and Juanita.
    • Sidewalk being formed South side of University.

  • June 28, 2024

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    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive.
    • Starting south side of University on June 17th.
    • Storm Drain starting July 1st at Chrisway Dr and Juanita.

  • June 21, 2024

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    • Started on Juanita Street.
    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive.
    • Paving at Brady anticipated June 21st.
    • Starting south side of University on June 17th.

  • June 14, 2024

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    • Started on Juanita Street
    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive
    • Starting south side of University on June 17th

  • June 7, 2024

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    • Started on Juanita Street
    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations
    • Placing curb and sidewalk on north side of University Drive

  • May 31, 2024

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    • Started on Juanita Street.
    • Removing concrete and placing pole foundations.