Deer Run (Falcon Ridge Estates) Street Reconstruction Project
- Project typeStreet Reconstruction
- Project cost$2.5 million
- Project scheduleConstruction: 2024
- Contractor nameMusselman & Hall
Project description
The Deer Run (Falcon Ridges Estates) Subdivision Street Reconstruction Project will completely reconstruct a substantial portion of the subdivision. In these areas, the roadway has deteriorated to a level where typical preventative maintenance strategies, such as mill and overlays, are no longer cost-effective due to how quickly the strategies will fail.
This project will consist of minor utility modifications, and these modifications will be completed by outside contractors and agencies. It will also consist of the complete removal of the roadway, subgrade modifications at the 96th Street entrance, Deer Run Street to north of the entrance, and 95th Terrace. Also, both turnarounds on the streets on the south side of the subdivision will be reconstructed. Major curb and gutter replacement will occur and minor sidewalk replacement, and the entire area will receive an asphalt overlay at the end of the project.
Deer Run (Falcon Ridge Estates) Street Reconstruction Project Map(PDF, 694KB)
Current status
The City has awarded the project to Musselman and Hall, and they plan to start work Monday, July 29, 2024. The first major item of work will be removing and replacing sidewalk and curb and gutter throughout the neighborhood.
Project phasing
Deer Run (Falcon Ridge Estates) Street Reconstruction Phasing Map(PDF, 19MB)
Cost and funding sources
Total cost: $2.5 million
Funding sources: Capital Improvement Fund – Pavement Reconstruction Program. See the 2024–2028 Capital Improvement Program for details.
Timeline
Final design: May 2024
Bid opening: May 2024
City construction starts: July 2024
Project team
Engineering Design and Inspection: Olsson Associates
Construction Contractor: Musselman & Hall
Reasons for complete reconstruction
The City and its consultant have reviewed the asphalt and underlying base material (subgrade) on all the streets throughout the subdivision. In areas identified for complete reconstruction, the team found that the subgrade soils consist of low-density and moist cohesive material, which will often lead to a soft, wet and weak subgrade. The remaining areas did not show these same issues, and spot pavement patching and a 2-inch mill and overlay will meet the needs of the roadway.
When soft, wet and weak subgrade is the underlying cause of a failing road, the best long-term strategy is to completely replace the roadway. This includes removing unsuitable soil, densifying the subgrade, installing an aggregate base, and finally installing the base and surface asphalt. Installing underdrains will prevent the water intrusion issues that caused the subgrade to weaken.
Frequently asked questions
None at this time.