The City of Lincoln says drivers should prepare for a street closing beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 15. West “A” Street between Southwest Eighth and Southwest Sixth streets, and South Folsom Street between West Washington and West “C” streets, will be closed for the installation of a new roundabout at the intersection of West “A” and South Folsom streets.
The work is part of the West “A” Improvement Project. The sidewalks in this area will be closed. StarTran Route 51-West “A” bus stops in this area will also be closed but will utilize SW 8th St., West C St., and SW 6th St. to detour around the intersection.
This work is scheduled to be completed by Friday, May 6. West “A” Street traffic is encouraged to use South Ninth Street to South Street to Park Boulevard to Van Dorn Street to South Coddington Avenue. South Folsom Street traffic is encouraged to use Rosa Parks Way to South Coddington Avenue to West South Street or seek alternate routes.
Digital signs will alert travelers to upcoming work and closures. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained whenever possible. The two part construction project includes new pavement, new driveway connections, new sidewalks with Americans with Disabilities Act accessible ramps, utility improvements, concrete pads at bus stops and upgraded LED street lighting.
The work is being done to improve the traffic flow, connectivity, and efficiency in this area.