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Project Objectives

The objectives of this project are to provide operational improvements which will relieve congestion, reduce delays and improve the safety conditions at the Woodbury Toll Barrier.  Specific objectives include:

  • Providing Highway Speed E-ZPass at Woodbury Barrier;
  • Relieving congestion, reducing delays and improving the level of service and mobility through the project area;
  • Rehabilitating deteriorated mainline pavement sections, reconstructing the shoulders, and providing a smooth riding surface within the project limits; and
  • Avoiding and minimizing environmental impacts.
  • The proposed barrier modifications would accommodate four Highway Speed (65 mph) lanes, two in each direction.

Project Schedule

Contract 1:
Scheduled to be Let: November, 2006
Scheduled Construction Completion: Early Winter 2007

Contract 2:
Scheduled to be Let: November 2007
Scheduled Construction Completion: Fall 2009