News

Almond Road intersection construction begins in Gurnee

Posted July 10, 2018 1:00 am

By Gilbert R. Boucher II

Johnson Paving crews strip the road surface on Almond Road at Dada Drive on Tuesday in Gurnee. The work is part of a $1.2 million project to resurface Almond Road from Grand Avenue to Washington Street and build a mini-roundabout. Gilbert R. Boucher II/gboucher@dailyherald.com

Johnson Paving crews stripped the road surface on Almond Road at Dada Drive on Tuesday in Gurnee, starting a construction project to improve roads and traffic flow issues.

The intersection closure, which began Monday and will continue for six weeks, is part of a $1.2 million project to resurface Almond Road from Grand Avenue to Washington Street.

The project also includes construction of a mini-roundabout that will allow traffic to flow safely without coming to a complete stop in an effort to end backed-up rush hour traffic the plagues the intersection.

Gurnee Village Engineer Scott Drabicki said the village made the decision to go with a mini-roundabout after watching the success of such road designs elsewhere in Lake County.

The village is coordinating with local schools to finish construction before classes begin in August.

Residents can stay informed of the latest news on upcoming intersection improvements by visiting www.gurnee.il.us/almond_dada.

The intersection at Almond Road at Dada Drive in Gurnee is closed as Johnson Paving crews strip the road surface Tuesday. The intersection will be closed for six weeks. Gilbert R. Boucher II/gboucher@dailyherald.com

Johnson Paving crews move pieces of pavement as they strip the road surface on Almond Road at Dada Drive on Tuesday in Gurnee. The work is part of a project to build a mini-roundabout that will allow traffic to flow safely without coming to a complete stop. Gilbert R. Boucher II/gboucher@dailyherald.com

Article Comments

Article Categories
Communities Gurnee News Transportation

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.