As we move into a new constructions season, here are the answers to some common questions about road construction in Windsor Heights.
What will be done on my street this year?
Allison Avenue: Everything except seeding and final site restoration
69th Street: the road between School St and Mott Ave
College Drive: Everything east of the 7800 block
University Avenue: the whole north side of the road between the 6900 block and 73rd and the south side of the road from 69th St to the 7100 block.
When will work start again in the spring?
As soon as the weather breaks and the Contractor is able to work. This is usually in Mid-April or May.
How long will it take to finish the projects in the spring and summer of 2021?
Allison Avenue: N/A – will be finished this year
69th Street: about 12 weeks
College Drive: about 6 weeks
University Avenue: late fall of 2021
Why weren’t these projects finished this year?
69thStreet
Unlocated gas infrastructure on phase 1 delayed the project by over one month
Issues getting pre-cast concrete storm sewer structures because of COVID
Continuous labor shortages throughout the project due to COVID
College Drive
Shallow gas services on either side of the box culvert over North Walnut Creek
Issues with MidAmerican not entering houses due to COVID
Continuous labor shortages throughout the project due to COVID
Poor soil conditions on the east side of the bridge that required extension modification
Poor weather impacts were compounded by the soil conditions
University Ave
This project was scheduled to be finished in the fall of 2021 from the onset
Issues with unlocated fiber optic infrastructure on the north side of the road that slowed progress
The paving crew had to shut down because of COVID during the first phase of the project
When will you put down grass seed?
The state’s spring seeding window is March 1st to May 31st. We will put down seed sometime between those dates.
Do I need to water my grass seed in the spring?
No, you do not need to water your grass seed. The Contractor is responsible for getting the seed established. However, we do encourage residents to water the seed if they want to.
Who do I contact if there are issues with the project?