City of Yuma Road Report, September 17

City Projects

Avenue A and 16th Street

Starting September 21, crews will begin work to install two bus pull-outs on Avenue A, north and south of 16th Street. The project also includes new sidewalk, curb and gutter, water valve relocation, and signage.

Work will require closure of the right southbound lane on Avenue A south of 16th Street and the right northbound lane north of 16th Street. During the first week, lane closures will be in place from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. and removed each evening. After the first week, the lanes will remain closed during the widening work. The speed limit will be reduced to 25 mph in the work area. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs. Work is expected to be completed by mid-November.

Gila Street, 3rd Street
Crews will be site fencing Gila Street and 3rd Street for the Hotel Del Sol Project. 3rd Street will be closed from Gila Street to Maiden Street, and Gila Street will be closed from Giss Parkway to 3rd Street. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs and use caution in the area. The road closures will be in place for 12 months.

Avenue C, 20thStreet to 24th Street

Beginning June 15, an ADOT contractor will install ADA ramps and a HAWK pedestrian beacon on Avenue C and the Central Drain Pathway. Sidewalks on the north and south sides of the Central Drain will be closed during the project. Intermittent partial lane closures will take place on Avenue C between 20th Street and 24th Street. Motorists are encouraged to follow all traffic control signs and drive safely through the work zone. Work is expected to be completed in September.

Mesquite Avenue, Catalina Drive to Arizona Avenue

Crews will replace a waterline and pavement on Mesquite Avenue between Catalina Drive and Arizona Avenue. Work will also require closures on Coronado Avenue with access for residents. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs in the area. Work is expected to be completed in September.

City Street Maintenance

City Street Maintenance operations for the week of September 21 - September 25 will take place in the following areas.

Street Asphalt Patching:

45th Avenue, 16th Street to 20th Street.

Avenue 3E, County 16th Street to County 18 1/2 Street.

Asphalt Crack Seal:

Driftwood Ranch.

1st Street to 4th Street, Avenue A to 4th Avenue.

Concrete Sidewalk Repair:

Sierra Sunset, 4500 Block of 18th Street.

Townsend Tract, 500 Block of 17th Avenue.

Alley Maintenance:

Magnolia Avenue to Avenue A, from Colorado Street to 1st Street.

West Main Canal Bike Path Project:

The West Main Canal Bike Path will be closed for maintenance from Avenue A to Magnolia Avenue. Detours will be in place.

Other utility projects and encroachment permits

3rd Avenue, 19th Street to 20th Street (Accurate Excavation of Arizona)

Starting September 14, crews will complete water and sewer connections and install a manhole along 3rd Avenue near 20th Street. 3rd Avenue will be closed between 19th Street and 20th Street during the work. Access to businesses and residents will be maintained. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs and detours in the area. Work is expected to be completed by late September.

4th Avenue, 1st Street and Harold C. Giss Parkway (Lumen)

Beginning August 24, crews will perform utility boring and access manholes and handholes at several downtown locations. The project will affect 1st Street from 4th Avenue to 2nd Avenue and Harold C. Giss Parkway near 2nd Avenue. The westbound right lane of 1st Street and the eastbound right lane of Harold C. Giss Parkway will be closed in the work areas. The alley between 3rd Avenue and 4th Avenue will also be closed from 1st Street to Court Street. Pedestrian access along 1st Street will be maintained. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs and use caution in the area. Work is expected to be completed by late September.

Avenue A, Parkview Loop to Palmcroft Drive (Yuma County)

Starting July 27, Yuma County crews will install stormwater lines for the Smucker Park Detention Basin project. Avenue A will have lane restrictions between Parkview Loop and Palmcroft Drive. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs and use caution in the area. Work is expected to be completed by September.

8th Street and Avenue B, Clifford Way to 5th Street (Southwest Gas)

Starting August 3, Southwest Gas contractors will replace a natural gas pipeline along 8th Street and Avenue B between Clifford Way and 5th Street. Traffic restrictions and possible road closures will be in place during the work. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs in the area. Work is expected to continue through December.

West Main Canal Bike Path, Avenue A to Magnolia Avenue (Yuma County Water Users Association)

Starting July 7, Yuma County Water Users Association will begin construction work along the West Main Canal at Avenue A. During the project, the West Main Canal Bike Path will be closed from Avenue A to Magnolia Avenue, and detours will be in place. Path users are advised to use caution and follow posted detour signs in the area. Work is expected to be completed by December.

28th Street, Avenue 4E to Shari Avenue (DPE Construction)

Crews will complete street improvements on 28th Street between Avenue 4E and Shari Avenue, including sewer and water line work, new concrete, asphalt, and striping. Work will require closure of 28th Street in this area. Work is expected to be completed in September

Routine Maintenance, Tree Trimming, and Survey Work (APS)

APS crews will be conducting routine maintenance, tree trimming, and survey work throughout the year in various locations within the City. Motorists are advised to watch for work zones in unexpected areas and follow all posted traffic control.

Fiber optic installations (Allo)

Communications line installations are taking place in areas designated for utility easements in numerous and various locations within the City limits and surrounding vicinity. Motorists are advised to watch for work zones in unexpected areas.