A section of Easton Drive, between Cambridge Avenue and Fairmount Avenue, will be repaved with asphalt due to safety issues caused by repeated washouts of the existing brick street during heavy rainfall. These washouts have occurred multiple times, undermining the brick foundation and creating hazardous conditions for motorists.
Approximately five years ago, Easton Drive underwent a brick street restoration project, where the asphalt surface was removed to reveal and restore the original brick roadway. Despite the City’s efforts to maintain the brick street, severe rain events have repeatedly caused significant deterioration beneath the bricks, making it impractical to retain the current surface.
To prepare for the asphalt repaving, City crews will install concrete ribbon tie-ins at the east and west ends of the block. These tie-ins will provide a smooth transition between the remaining brick underlayment and the new asphalt surface. The concrete work is set to begin on February 24, 2025, and is expected to take five business days to complete. Once the concrete has properly cured, the asphalt paving will commence on March 10, 2025, with completion scheduled for March 11, 2025.
Additionally, a new speed hump will be installed in the weeks following the paving to address concerns about speeding in the neighborhood. During all phases of this project, traffic control devices will be in place to ensure the safety of motorists and guide them through the work zone. If needed, detours will be implemented to help drivers navigate around the area.