Route 100 Project - May 21, 2020 Update

FALMOUTH - ROUTE 100 PROJECT

Construction Update #42 – May 21, 2020

The following information reflects the latest available information regarding the Route 100 Project in Falmouth. Please note that forward-looking information is based upon projections and is subject to change due to weather and other variables.

Note: Construction Updates will be provided on an as-needed basis, unless activities warrant more frequent updates.

WORK HOURS:

Work in the Route 100 Project zone will consist of normal construction working hours.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

• Multiple crews will be working on multiple facets of the project.
• Special Note: The entire construction team is working under new guidelines related to Coronavirus. This is to ensure the safety of all employees and the general public.

WORK YOU’RE LIKELY TO SEE THE WEEKS OF MAY 25TH AND JUNE 1ST:

• Shaw Brothers and their subcontractors will be:
  • Performing road work on Leighton Road, east of Gray Road.
  • Performing road work on Gray Road in front of the Irving station at Leighton Road.
  • Mulching around newly planted street trees on Gray Road.
  • Installing a retaining wall on Falmouth Road.

• Shaw Brothers, working for the Portland Water District, will be:
  • Testing the new water mains on Gray and Leighton Roads.
  • Removing the temporary water lines on Gray and Leighton Roads.
  • Preparing trenches related to the new water mains for paving on Gray and Leighton Roads.

PHOTOS:

Earlier this week, the planting of new street trees began on Gray Road. About 30 of approximately 60 street trees were installed on Tuesday and Wednesday.