WHKS designed pavement and utility improvements to Gear Street, allowing it to be used as a detour route during improvements to US 20. The project was funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation.
The project included:
Reconstruction of pavement section and replacement with new asphalt, including vertical profile changes
Geometric improvements at intersections
Addition of curb and gutter and storm sewer improvements
Driveway and sidewalk access improvements and adjustments to existing properties
Storm sewer improvements
Water main reconstruction and adjustments
Final landscaping and restoration of disturbed surfaces
Construction of new sidewalk in the rural section
The project was designed and constructed in accordance with Illinois Department of Transportation Standards.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Survey
Street, utility, storm sewer and geometric design
Permitting
Utility coordination
Construction observation and administration
IMPROVING LIVES, BUILDING COMMUNITIES
Gear Street is currently being used a detour route during the reconstruction of US 20. The alternate route serves local traffic and visitors in a busy Midwest tourist destination.