Road Construction Project Description

Project Title:
Northridge Corridor Improvement Project

Location:
Northridge Avenue, spanning from Maple Street (KM 0+000) to Oakwood Boulevard (KM 3+200), City of Riverbend, State of Veridian

Project Duration:
Planned Start: March 1, 2026
Estimated Completion: November 30, 2027
(21-month timeline, weather-dependent)

Project Overview:
The Northridge Corridor Improvement Project is a comprehensive infrastructure initiative aimed at modernizing a critical urban arterial road to enhance safety, mobility, and connectivity for all users—motorists, cyclists, pedestrians, and public transit riders. The existing two-lane road, originally constructed in 1978, no longer meets current traffic demands or design standards and has deteriorated significantly.

Scope of Work Includes:

1. Roadway Reconstruction & Widening:

   • Expand from 2 lanes to 4 lanes (2 in each direction), with dedicated left-turn bays at major intersections.
   • Full-depth asphalt pavement reconstruction with reinforced subbase for 30-year design life.
   • Installation of modern curb-and-gutter system with ADA-compliant ramps at all crosswalks.

2. Drainage & Utility Upgrades:

   • Replacement of undersized stormwater culverts and installation of new bioswales and retention basins to mitigate flooding and improve water quality.
   • Relocation and upgrading of aging water, sewer, and fiber-optic lines in coordination with municipal utilities.

3. Active Transportation Infrastructure:

   • Addition of 6-foot buffered bike lanes on both sides.
   • Construction of 8-foot-wide multi-use sidewalks with pedestrian lighting and landscaping.
   • Installation of 5 new pedestrian-activated crosswalks with countdown signals.

4. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS):

   • Adaptive traffic signal system at 8 intersections.
   • Real-time traffic monitoring via embedded sensors and CCTV cameras.
   • Integration with the City’s Smart Mobility Platform for optimized traffic flow.

5. Environmental & Aesthetic Enhancements:

   • Native tree planting (250+ trees) and drought-tolerant landscaping.
   • Noise barrier walls (1,200 linear feet) along residential sections.
   • Stormwater treatment wetlands to support local biodiversity.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Ongoing coordination with adjacent property owners, local businesses, schools, and transit authorities.
• Biweekly public updates via project website, community meetings, and digital alerts.
• Construction phasing designed to minimize disruption (e.g., off-peak work hours, temporary detours with clear signage).

Budget:
Total Estimated Cost: $28.5 million
Funding Sources:

• Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Grant: $16.2M
• State Transportation Fund: $8.0M
• Municipal Bond (Voter-Approved 2024): $4.3M

Expected Outcomes:

• 35% reduction in average corridor travel time during peak hours
• 50% decrease in crash frequency (based on predictive safety modeling)
• Improved transit on-time performance (+20%)
• Enhanced accessibility and non-motorized connectivity to schools, parks, and downtown

Project Owner:
Riverbend Department of Transportation (RDOT)
Lead Contractor:
Veridian Infrastructure Group (VIG) — selected via competitive public bid (RFP #RDOT-2025-014)

Prepared: November 9, 2025