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Eastland Road Improvement Bagley Road to SR 237

Notice to Proceed: 2/11/2011
Start Date: 2/11/2008
Completion Date: 11/1/2011
Project Amount: $17,999,999,99
This Page Last Updated On: 4/30/2012

Contractor:
Anthony Allega Cement Contractor
(216) 447-0814
County Project Contacts:
Tom Sotak 216-348-3819
Mark Rinderman 216-239-1366
Approved Contract Increases: $3,145,343.39
Approved Contract Decreases: $1,003,815.86
Estimated Cost to Completion: $22,364,155.04

Section1 First Avenue to 12+020 (north of Sheldon West)
Section 2: 12+020 (north of Sheldon West) to 12+720 (SR 237)
Section 3: Bagley Road to First Avenue

Progress:

April 30, 2012

All phases of construction are complete.
Roadway is open to traffic
Minor work related to the punch list is in progress and should be completed in the next few weeks.

November 30, 2011

In Section 1, Stage 3: Bridge construction now complete with exception of epoxy sealing remainder of abutments construction per Stage 3.
Final grading of Sheldon east, and Eastland, south of bridge is complete, with pavement construction in progress.
Sheldon west, Eastland north of bridge, landscaping nearly complete.
Sidewalk, driveway install also complete on Sheldon west.
In Section 2: Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
Overall project completion set for late October 2011.

NOTES:

In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road and Sheldon Road in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge, and Eastland/Sheldon intersection.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road up to just south of First Avenue.

TRUCK ROUTES:

Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd., or
Front Street only. First Avenue intersection is open.
Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to Bagley Rd.
Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

November 1, 2011

In Section 1, Stage 3: Bridge construction now complete.
Mainline pavement construction in this section in now complete.
Final grading in progress for sidewalk, drive install on Sheldon Road east, Eastland Rd. south of bridge.
Footer construction for retaining wall is complete. Install of retaining wall now in progress.
Sheldon Rd. west Eastland Rd. north of bridge, landscaping nearly complete.
In Section 2: Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
Overall project completion, roadway opening set for mid to late November 2011.

NOTES:

In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road and Sheldon Road in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge, and Eastland/Sheldon intersection.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road up to just south of First Avenue.

TRUCK ROUTES:

Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd., or Front Street only. First Avenue intersection is open.
Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to Bagley Rd.
Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

October 5, 2011

In Section 1, Stage 3: Bridge construction now complete with exception of epoxy sealing remainder of abutments construction per Stage 3.
Final grading of Sheldon east, and Eastland, south of bridge is complete, with pavement construction in progress.
Sheldon west, Eastland north of bridge, landscaping nearly complete.
Sidewalk, driveway install also complete on Sheldon west.
In Section 2: Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
Overall project completion set for late October 2011.

NOTES:

In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road and Sheldon Road in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge, and Eastland/Sheldon intersection.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road up to just
south of First Avenue.

TRUCK ROUTES:

Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd., or Front Street only. First Avenue intersection is open.
Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to Bagley Rd.
Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

September 1, 2011

In Section 1, Stage 3:
- Bridge construction in progress, completion set for mid September.
- First Avenue intersection concrete pavement in place, open to traffic.
- Final grading of Sheldon east, and remainder of Eastland, south of bridge, to start early September.
- Sheldon Rd. west, Eastland Rd., north of bridge, pavement complete.
- Sidewalk, driveway install and landscaping currently underway.
In Section 2:
- Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3:
- Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
Overall project completion set for late 2011.
NOTES:
- In Section 1:
  - Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
  - Eastland Road and Sheldon Road in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
  - Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
- In Section 2:
  - Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge, and Eastland/Sheldon intersection.
- In Section 3:
  - Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road up to just south of First Avenue.
TRUCK ROUTES:
- Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
- Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
- Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd. or Front Street only. First Avenue intersection is open.
- Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to Bagley Rd.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
- Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
- Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
- NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

August 3, 2011

In Section 1, Stage3:
- Bridge construction now underway with pile driving work near complete.
- Bridge completion involving wing walls #1 and #2 set for September.
- First Avenue intersection set for concrete paving this week.
- First Avenue slated to open in two weeks.
- Water and sewer work now underway on Sheldon Road east.
- Mass excavation, final grading of Sheldon Road east to be completed after water and sewer work is done.
- Shedlon Road west currently being prepared for concrete placement.
In Section 2:
- Complete various items on punch list to be completed.
NOTES:
- In Section 1:
  - Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
  - Eastland Road and Sheldon Road in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
  - Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
- In Section 2:
  - Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge, and Eastland/Sheldon intersection.
- In Section 3:
  - Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road up to just south of First Avenue.
TRUCK ROUTES:
- Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
- Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
- Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd. only.
- Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to Bagley Rd.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
- Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
- Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
- NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

July 12, 2011

In Section 1:
- Painting of CSX structure is complete.
- CSX train traffic now using new bridge.
- Removal of temporary railroad structure nearly complete.
- Stage 3 (remainder) bridge construction now underway.
- Bridge completion set for September 2011.
- Mass excavation north of bridge complete, same nearly complete south of bridge.
- First Avenue pavement removal and excavation to be complete this week.
- Water, sewer work on Sheldon Rd. west nearly complete.
- Water and sewer work to start next week or two on Sheldon Road East.
In Section 2: Work complete various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.
Overall project completion set for late 2011.

NOTES:
- In Section 1:
  - Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
  - Eastland Road and Sheldon Road in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
  - Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
- In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge, and Eastland/Sheldon intersection.
- In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road up to just south of First Avenue.
- Eastland Rd. from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East is now closed to all traffic.
- First Avenue is closed at Eastland Road.
TRUCK ROUTES:
- Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
- Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
- Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd. only.
- Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to Bagley Rd.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
- Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
- Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
- NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

June 1, 2011

In Section 1: Painting of structure in progress, top side complete.
- CSX traffic switch to new bridge set for the week of June 20^th.
- After trains are on new bridge, Stage 3 (remainder) bridge construction will begin.
- Bridge completion set for September 2011.
- First Avenue closure and reconstruction set for late June.
- Water, sewer and pavement work is slated for upcoming months on Sheldon Rd. west.
- Sheldon Rd. and Eastland Rd. south of bridge is closed and under construction.
In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.
Overall project completion set for late 2011.
NOTES:
- In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
  - Eastland Road and Sheldon Rd. in this area will be closed to all traffic for duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
  - Sheldon Road West is closed to Eastland Road.
- In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed just north of bridge for construction of CSX Bridge.
- In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Ave.
- Eastland Rd. from First Avenue to Sheldon East is now closed to all traffic.
TRUCK ROUTES:
- Eastland Rd. and Sheldon Rd. closed at CSX Bridge.
- Eastland Rd. from First Ave, to Sheldon Rd. east is closed to all traffic.
- Trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Rd. or Front Street.
- Trucks on SR #237 can access Eastland south of CSX Bridge via Front St. to First Ave.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. north of bridge via Snow Rd. to SR #237.
- Trucks on I-71 can access Eastland Rd. south of bridge via Bagley Rd. exit or Snow Rd. exit.
- Snow Rd. exit use Engle Rd. to Bagley Rd.
- Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237
- NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

May 5, 2011

In Section 1: Re-erection and detail work associated with CSX #50R Bridge now complete.
- Painting of structure to begin this week.
- CSX Bridge traffic switch to new bridge set for mid to late June.
- After trains are on new bridge, Stage 3 (remainder) bridge construction will begin.
- Bridge completion set for September.
- First Avenue reconstructions set for mid September.
- Water work to begin on Sheldon west this week.
- Overall project completion set for late 2011.
- In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
- In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.
NOTES:
- In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
  - Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
  - Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
- In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
- In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Ave.
  - Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
  - Same area to be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge.
  - Stage 2 construction, now set for mid to late June.
TRUCK ROUTES:
- Eastland Road closed at CSX Bridge.
- Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road or Engle Road to Sheldon Road.
- Trucks on SR #237 can also access Eastland Road south of CSX Bridge via Front Street to First Avenue.
- Eastland Road south of CSX Bridge to I-71 follow Bagley Road, or Sheldon Road east to Engle Road north, to Snow Road.
- Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from State Route 237.
- NO TRUCKS ON HOLLAND ROAD, POLICE WILL TICKET.

April 1, 2011

In Section 1: Re-erection of CSX Bridge beams and girders nearly complete.
- Detail work associated with new structure in progress.
- Welding of deck plates to follow.
- Painting of structure scheduled for early May.
- CSX Bridge traffic will switch to new bridge set for mid to late June.
- After trains are on new bridge, Stage 3 (remainder) bridge construction will begin.
- Bridge completion set for September.
- First Avenue reconstructions set for mid September.
- Overall project completion set for late 2011.
In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.
NOTES:
- In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
  - Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
  - Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
- In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
- In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Av

March 11, 2011

In Section 1: Structural analysis of CSX #50R Bridge is nearly complete and procedures have been accepted pertaining to re-erection, repair of structural steel.
- Re-erection of bridge girders to start Monday, March 14th.
- Erection of superstructure steel will take approximately four to six weeks weather permitting.
- Project schedule has been impacted significantly.
- A new completion date for overall project will be forthcoming after start of bridge re-erection.
In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
Front Street is now open to State Route 237.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. via Front Street from State Route 237.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

February 16, 2011

In Section 1: Due to accident pertaining to collapse of partially completed steel superstructure, erection of CSX #50R Bridge is temporarily on hold.
Structural analysis is nearly complete, and procedures have been accepted pertaining re-erection, repair of structural steel.
Re-erection of bridge girders to start within the next couple of weeks.
Project schedule has been impacted significantly.
A new completion date will be forthcoming after start of bridge re-erection.
Bridge Steel re-erection to be completed in spring 2011.
In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
Front Street is now open to State Route 237.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. via Front Street from State Route 237.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

January 13, 2011

In Section 1: Due to accident pertaining to collapse of partially completed steel superstructure, erection of CSX #50R Bridge is temporarily on hold.
Structural analysis is complete, and procedures are currently being reviewed pertaining to repairs and re-erection of structural steel.
Work pertaining to repairs and re-erection of bridge will approximately begin in the next few weeks.
As a result, project schedule will be impacted significantly.
A new completion date will be forthcoming after start of bridge re-erection.
Bridge Steel re-erection to be completed in early spring.
In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
Front Street is now open to State Route 237.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. via Front Street from State Route 237.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

December 9, 2010

In Section 1: Due to accident pertaining to collapse of partially completed steel superstructure, erection of CSX #50R Bridge is temporarily on hold.
Structural analysis is complete, and procedures are currently being reviewed pertaining to repairs and re-erection of structural steel.
As a result, project schedule will be impacted significantly.
A new completion date will be forthcoming after start of bridge re-erection.
Bridge Steel re-erection to be completed in early spring.
In Section 2: Work complete with exception of punch list.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
Front Street is now open to State Route 237.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. via Front Street from State Route 237.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

November 9, 2010

In Section 1: Due to accident pertaining to collapse of partially completed steel superstructure, erection of CSX #50R Bridge is temporarily on hold.
Structural analysis is complete, and procedures are currently being reviewed pertaining to repairs and re-erection of structural steel.
As a result of the accident, project schedule will be impacted significantly.
In Section 2: Complete, with various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Complete, with various items on punch list to be completed.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
Front Street is now open to State Route 237.
Trucks can access Eastland Rd. via Front Street from State Route 237.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

October 5, 2010

In Section 1: Due to accident pertaining to collapse of partially completed steel superstructure, erection of CSX #50R Bridge is temporarily on hold.
All parties involved are currently working to determine extent of damage.
Structural analysis will be used for purpose of determining condition of structural steel components involved in the collapse.
As a result of the accident, project schedule will be impacted significantly.
In Section 2: Complete, with various items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Complete, with various items on punch list to be completed.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.
This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Road.
First Avenue open to Front Street, Southbound only to Bagley Road.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

September 2, 2010

In Section 1: Stage 2 abutment construction for proposed CSX # 50 Bridge nearing completion, start of superstructure steel installation set for first week in September.
Stage 2 bridge completion, including CSX track switch to new bridge set for November 15, 2010.
Stage 3 CSX # 50 Bridge construction to start mid November. First Avenue, Sheldon Road work slated for 2011.
In Section 2: Work has been completed with exception to punch list.
In Section 3: Work has been completed with exception to punch list.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Normal two-way traffic pattern from Bagley Road to First Avenue.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals. This area will be closed to traffic upon completion of CSX # 50 Bridge Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Road.
First Avenue open to Front Street, Southbound only to Bagley Road.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

August 10, 2010

In Section 1: Proposed abutment construction nearing completion, start of superstructure steel installation set for late August.
Stage 2: Bridge completion set for October of 2010. CSX track switch to new bridge structure set for late October to early November.
In Section 2: Complete, with items on punch list to be completed.
In Section 3: Section 3: Work complete with exception of punch list.
Stage 3: CSX #50 Bridge construction to start in late fall.
First Avenue, Sheldon Road work is slated for 2011.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way pattern.
Eastland Rd. from First Avenue to Sheldon Rd. East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals. Two-way traffic will cease upon completion of CSX #50 Bridge, Stage 2 construction.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
First Avenue open to Front Street, southbound only to Bagley Road.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

July 7, 2010

In Section 1: Stage 2 piling installation completed.
Proposed abutment construction in progress with rear abutment footer complete, rear abutment wall in progress.
Forward abutment footer placement scheduled for next week.
Completion of abutment construction set for mid August.
Stage 2 bridge completion set for October 2010.
Sheldon Road slated for 2011.
In Section 2: Complete, with punch list work to be completed.
In Section 3: Work complete with exception of minor items and punch list.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way pattern.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road First Avenue or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Rd.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
First Avenue open to Front Street, southbound only to Bagley Road.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

June 1, 2010

In Section 1: Demolition of old CSX Bridge No. 50 complete.
Mass excavation also complete.
Installation of sheet piling to start this week.
Bridge completion set for October of 2010.
First Avenue, Sheldon Road work slated for 2011.
In Section 2: Complete, with punch list work to be completed.
In Section 3: Work completed with exception of minor items and punch list.
Permanent striping to be completed soon.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Road.
First Avenue open to Front Street, southbound only to Bagley Road.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

May 11, 2010

In Section 1: Track switch completed per CSX.
CSX Railroad Bridge No. 50 under construction, demolition currently taking place on existing structure.
CSX Bridge completion set for late 2010.
In Section 2: Complete, with punch list work to be completed.
In Section 3: Work completed with exception of minor items and punch list.
Permanent striping to be completed soon.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Road.
First Avenue is now open to Depot Street and Bagley south.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
First Avenue open to Front Street, southbound only to Bagley Road.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

March 9, 2010

In Section 1 First Avenue reconstruction to start April/May.
CSX Railroad Bridge No. 50 on hold per track switch by CSX Railroad.
Temporary tracks are completed.
Remainder of work involving Sheldon Road set for summer, relevant to progress on CSX Railroad Bridge Project on hold per CSX Railroad Bridge work.
In Section 2 Complete, with some punch list work to be completed.
In section 3 Work completed with exception of minor items, permanent striping to be completed in spring.

Notes:
In Section 1: Closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge.
Eastland Road in this area will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon Road East and Sheldon Road West for the duration of CSX Bridge and pavement construction.
Sheldon Road West is closed at Eastland Road.
In Section 2: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern, except Eastland Road is closed at south end near Sheldon Road West for construction of the CSX Bridge.
In Section 3: Traffic per normal two-way traffic pattern.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon Road East currently open to two-way traffic using temporary signals. Same to be one lane, eastbound only when First Avenue construction begins.

Truck Routes:
Currently trucks can access Eastland Rd. south of CSX Bridge from Bagley Road or Sheldon Rd. East from Engle Road.
First Avenue open to Front Street, southbound only to Bagley Road.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
Trucks to I-71 follow Bagley Road to Engle Road or Sheldon Rd. east to Engle Rd. north to Snow Road.
No trucks on Holland Road, police will ticket.
Eastland Road north of CSX Bridge accessed only from SR 237.

October 27, 2009

The Paving in Section 3, from Bagley Road to First Avenue is completed.
Grading and placing of topsoil for sod placement is currently being done.
Landscaping will begin this week. Completion for Section 3 is set for November 2009.

Notes:
In Section 3: Traffic in this section is one-way northbound only from Bagley Road to Sheldon East until November 2, 2009, after November 2, 2009, the roadway from Bagley Road to First Avenue will be open to two-way traffic.
Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon East will remain one-way northbound only during Section 3 construction.
First Avenue is open to Depot Street and Bagley south.
Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.
Work on the CSX Railroad Bridge No. 50 in Section 1, First Avenue to just north of Sheldon West has begun. Installation of temporary rail bed and tracks will be completed in November 2009. The excavating, water and sewer work are to begin in November 2009, for Sheldon West. This section is closed to through traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge No. 50. In this area, Eastland Road will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon East and Sheldon West for the duration of the CSX Bridge No. 50 and pavement construction.
Sheldon West is closed at Eastland Road.
Section 2, just north of Sheldon West to SR 237 is complete with the exception of punch list work.
Two-way traffic is maintained in this area with the exception of Eastland Road being closed at the south end near Sheldon West for CSX Bridge construction.
Beginning November 2, 2009 trucks accessing businesses on Eastland Road between Bagley Road and Sheldon East from Bagley Road or First Avenue as Eastland Road will be open to two-way traffic.
First Avenue is open from Front Street, southbound only to Bagley Road. Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.

Truck Routes:
Trucks to I-71 are to follow Sheldon Road east to Engle Road north to Snow Road.
Trucks will not be permitted onto Holland Road. Sheldon Road between Engle Road and Eastland Road is closed at Eastland Road.
Eastland Road cannot be accessed from Engle Road.
Eastland Road between Sheldon Road and State Route 237 can be accessed from SR 237.

September 3, 2009

On Friday, September 4, 2009, a new traffic pattern will take place. At 7:00 a.m., Eastland Road will be one-way northbound from First Avenue and Sheldon Road will be one-way eastbound. Detours will be posted. This traffic pattern is necessary in order to construct the new railroad bridge over the Eastland Road/Sheldon Road intersection.

August 31, 2009

The paving of Section 3, from Bagley Road to First Avenue is complete with the exception of intersection work at Bonds and Robin. Grading is currently being done for sidewalks and driveways. However, in a few areas, water, sewer and electrical work are left. Landscaping will begin in mid-September and will last till October. This section will be completed in November 2009.
Traffic in this section is one-way northbound only from Bagley Road to Sheldon East until construction is complete in this section. Eastland Road, from First Avenue to Sheldon East, is open to two-way traffic during Section 3 construction.
Work on the CSX Railroad Bridge No. 50 in Section 1, First Avenue to just north of Sheldon West, has begun. Currently in progress is the installation of necessary items for the temporary railroad. The excavation, water and sewer work are on hold for Sheldon Road.
This section is closed to thru traffic for construction of the proposed CSX Bridge No. 50. In this area, Eastland Road will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon East and Sheldon West for the duration of the CSX Bridge construction. Sheldon West is closed at Eastland.

Notes:
Section 2, just north of Sheldon West to SR 237, is complete with the exception of punch list work. Landscaping is almost complete.
Two-way traffic is maintained in this area, with the exception of Eastland Road being closed at the south end near Sheldon West for the CSX Bridge construction. First Avenue is open to Depot Street and Bagley south. Front Street north of First Avenue is closed.

Truck Routes:
Trucks accessing businesses on Eastland Road between Bagley Road and First Avenue, must enter from Bagley Road only.
Trucks can access businesses between First Avenue and Sheldon East from either Bagley Road or Sheldon East via Engle Road.
Trucks to I-71 are to follow Sheldon east to Engle north to Snow Road.

August 11, 2009

On Thrusday, August 13, 2009, the northbound lane of Eastland Road will be paved from Brookstone Trail to First Avenue, weather permitting. Work is scheduled to begin at approximately 7:00 a.m. and is expected to conclude at 6:00 p.m. Long delays are to be expected.

July 21, 2009

Section 3 (Bagley Road to First Avenue) is complete with the exception of the sidewalk, residential drives and landscaping. The storm sewer work in Phase B (on the east side of the roadway) is nearly complete. Existing pavement has been removed and work is underway to place proposed intersections. Section 3 is scheduled for completion on October 1, 2009. Currently, traffic in this section is one-way northbound from Bagley Road to Sheldon East for Phase B pavement construction. However, Eastland Road is open to two-way traffic from First Avenue to Sheldon East.
Section 1(First Avenue to just north of Sheldon West) work on CSX Bridge No. 50 is expected to start in mid-August. In addition, excavation and water & sewer work is underway on Sheldon West. Section 1 is closed to thru traffic for construction of proposed CSX Bridge No. 50. Eastland Road will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon East and Sheldon West in this area for the duration of the bridge construction. Sheldon is currently closed at Eastland.
Section 2 (just north of Sheldon West to SR 237) is nearly complete with the exception of minor work. Landscaping is nearly complete in this section. In this section, traffic is two-way with the exception of Eastland being closed at the south end near Sheldon West for the construction of CSX Bridge No. 50.

Truck Routes:
Trucks must access businesses on Eastland Road between Bagley and First Avenue from Bagley Road only.
Trucks can access businesses between First Avenue and Sheldon East from either Bagley Road or Sheldon East via Engle Road.
Southbound traffic will be prohibited at First Avenue. Truck to I-71 should follow Sheldon east to Engle north to Show Road. First Avenue is closed at Front Street per ODOT’s Front Street project. This is expected to re-open August 1st. Once open, two-way traffic from First Avenue to Bagley Road will be allowed on Front Street. However, Front Street north of First Avenue will remain closed.

June 10, 2009

On Saturday, June 13, 2009, the center lane of Eastland Road from Brookstone Trail to First Avenue will be paved, weather permitting. The southbound turning lane on Eastland Road at Bagley Road will also be paved.
Paving will begin at 7:00 a.m. and will be completed by approximately 6:00 p.m.
During the paving process, Eastland Road will be closed at Bagley Road, with the exception of residents. All other traffic will be detoured via Engle Road to Sheldon Road or Front Street To First Avenue.

June 4, 2009

On June 6, 2009, the southbound curb lane of Eastland Road will be paved from Williamsburg Court to First Avenue. The work will begin at approximately 7:00 a.m. and will conclude at 6:00 p.m., weather permitting.
During this operation, Eastland Road will be closed at Bagley Road, except for residents. All other traffic will be detoured via Engle Road to Sheldon Road or Front Street to First Avenue. Police will be directing traffic throughout the entire work day. Major traffic delays are expected.

May 27, 2009

On May 30, 2009, the southbound curb lane of Eastland Road will be paved from Bagley Road to Brookstone Trail. The work will begin at approximately 7:00 a.m. and will conclude at 6:00 p.m., weather permitting.
Residents of Williamsburg Court will be affected by this work. During work hours, upon leaving their residence, they must use Eastland Road northbound. Upon arriving back home, they must use First Avenue. Police will be on hand to direct traffic throughout the course of the work day. Major delays are to be expected.
At this time, traffic will be closed to all motorists at Bagley Road, except for residents. All other traffic must use the following roads: Engle Road to Sheldon Road or Front Street to First Avenue.

May 4, 2009

Storm sewers and water work items have been completed in Section 3. Eastland Road is one-way traffic northbound from Bagley Road to First Avenue for pavement construction. Southbound traffic is detoured. During this time, Eastland Road, from First Avenue to Sheldon East, is open to two-way traffic. During this time, any truck that must access a business on Eastland Road, between Bagley Road and First Avenue, will be able to enter from Bagley Road only.
Southbound traffic will be prohibited at First Avenue. Trucks needing to access I-71 should follow Sheldon East to Engle North to Snow Road.
Work in Section 1 on the CSX Railroad Bridge No. 50 has been delayed and will begin in June 2009. When work commences on the bridge, Eastland Road will be closed to all traffic between Sheldon East and Sheldon West for the duration of the bridge construction.Work in this section on water, sewer and excavation involving Sheldon West will begin in May 2009.
Section 2 is almost completed with the exception of landscaping and minor work. Landscaping is to start the week of May 4th.

April 7, 2009

Storm sewers and water work items are currently being installed from Bagley Road to First Avenue. This work is scheduled for completion in mid-April.
Pavement construction from Bagley Road to First Avenue is set to start April 13.
Work on the CSX Bridge #50 is currently set to start at the end of April. This is closed to thru traffic for construction of the bridge.
Eastland Road from just north of Sheldon West and SR 237 is nearly complete.
Currently, two-way traffic is being maintained during work hours using flagmen from Bagley Road to First Avenue. However, on Monday, April 13, 2009, traffic in this area will be one-way northbound only from Bagley Road to Sheldon East for pavement construction on the west side of the roadway. Southbound motorists will be detoured. During this period, Eastland Road from First Avenue to Sheldon East will be open to two-way traffic.
During this time, any truck that must access a business on Eastland Road, between Bagley Road and First Avenue, will be able to enter from Bagley Road only.
Southbound traffic will be prohibited at First Avenue. Trucks needing to access I-71 should follow Sheldon East to Engle North to Snow Road.

October 15, 2008

The contractor will finish placing reinforced concrete pavement on the left side of Eastland Road between Sheldon Road and SR 237 the week of 10/13-10/17. All castings will be adjusted in the roadway to grade in the same locations.
Catch basins and exfiltration trenches will be set during the week f 10/20-10/24.
Topsoil will be placed in all areas that have been disturbed where reinforced concrete pavement, drive aprons and sidewalk have been placed.
On Friday, October 31, 2008, Eastland Road, from the north side of Sheldon Road, will be opened to two-way traffic. Once this pavement has been opened, the Sheldon Road and Eastland Road intersection will be closed to all traffic. This closure will last for a period of 18 months to perform section 1 of this project. Any traffic that will be required to travel on Eastland Road north of Sheldon Road must enter from either SR 237 or Holland Road.

September 18, 2008

The contractor will be completing the 260mm reinforced concrete pavement on the right side of Eastland Road from north of Sheldon Road to just south of the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks at SR 237.
The placement of concrete for all drive aprons on the right side of Eastland Road will be completed this week.
The installation of the precast arch culvert over Abram Creek is complete.
Northbound traffic on Eastland Road north of Sheldon Road will be switched onto the new pavement on Monday, September 22, 2008.
Concrete pavement on the left side of Eastland Road is scheduled to be completed by the end of October 2008.
Once paved, Eastland Road will be open to two-way traffic, the Eastland Road and Sheldon Road intersection will be closed to all traffic. At that time, the contractor will resume work on the replacement and realignment of the CSX Railroad Bridge No. 50R at that intersection.
Two-way traffic south of Sheldon is being maintained.

February 7, 2008

Project will begin on Monday, February 11, 2008.
Work will begin on Section 2, which consists of the area of Eastland just north of Sheldon Road to S.R. 237.
Traffic will be maintained one-way northbound between Sheldon Road and S.R. 237. Southbound traffic will use the following detour: S.R. 237 to Sheldon Road to Eastland Road.

January 15, 2008

Public meeting for this project will be held on:
Thursday, January 31, 2008 7:00 p.m.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Berea High School
165 E. Bagley Road

Representatives from the Cuyahoga County Engineer’s Office, Cities of Berea, Brook Park & Middleburg Heights and Anthony Allega Cement Contractor will be present.

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