Shore Drive Phase III
This project begins at Vista Circle, near the eastern end of the Lesner Bridge, and extends eastward through the Great Neck Road intersection and ends at Beech Street.
Current Status
The contractor was issued notice to proceed on May 1, 2025.
Early project activities include:
- Obtaining permits and approvals on shop drawings and materials.
- Establishing survey control.
- Installing erosion control measures.
Work will occur day and night, with lane closures scheduled at night to minimize disruptions to traffic. Dominion Energy is relocating some of the electrical distribution infrastructure ahead of the roadway work.
Key Project Features
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Improving vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow and safety in the roadway and intersections.
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Storm drainage upgrades.
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Eight-foot sidewalks and on-street bike lanes.
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Enhancing the corridor with aesthetic elements such as landscaping and lighting.
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Relocating some power lines underground or to new overhead locations.
Typical Sections
A cross-sectional rendering of a city street with a grassy median, curbs, sidewalks, bike lanes, and two vehicle lanes in each direction. The section includes landscaped buffers between the sidewalk and road.
A cross-sectional rendering of a city street with a grassy median, curbs, sidewalks and bike lanes. There are three vehicle lanes in one direction and two in the other. There are landscaped buffers between the sidewalk and road.
Quick Facts
- Contractor notice to proceed date: May 1, 2025
- Contract completion date: Oct. 12, 2028
- Construction contract value: $67 million
- Total project cost: $85 million