7/14/2020: Construction is complete, and the new alignment from Rangeline Rd. to Keystone Pkwy. / 146th St. is now open to traffic.
Project Location
Phase 1: 146th St. to southbound Keystone Parkway.
Phase 2: Rangeline Rd. to Keystone Parkway.
Project Scope
Phase 1: The project consists of the construction of a new southbound lane on Lowe’s Way allowing traffic from 146th Street to access southbound Keystone Parkway. The project will include two new bridges and a new round-a-bout at the Lowe’s entrance on Lowe’s Way.
Phase 2: Construction a new connection for motorists wanting to drive east or west between Rangeline Rd, Keystone Parkway and Lowes Way
Reason for Project
A new ramp is needed to facilitate travel from 146th St. to southbound Keystone Ramp. Currently, there is no efficient way for motorists to access Keystone Pkwy. from 146th St.
Construction Details (Phase 1)
Design Firm: CHA
Inspection Firm: Lochmueller Group
Contractor: Milestone
Construction Start Date: April 2018
Construction Completion: June 28, 2019
Construction Cost: $10 million
Construction Details (Phase 2)
Design Firm: CHA
Contractor: Beaty Construction
Construction Start Date: July 2019
Construction Completion: July 14, 2020
Construction Cost: $6.4 million
Funding
Design and construction costs will be funded using TIF district revenues and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program funds.
