Avenue Q revitalization project begins

A $9.8 million project has begun that will make improvements to portions of US 84 (Avenue Q) between I-27 and US 82 (Marsha Sharp Freeway) in the city of Lubbock.

“The improvements will update Avenue Q through downtown Lubbock into a pedestrian friendly facility from the Marsha Sharp Freeway to 19th Street,” said Mike Wittie, P.E., TxDOT Lubbock Area Engineer.

“The project includes making repair to and resurfacing the road, upgrading sidewalks, ADA ramps and traffic signals, and the addition of pedestrian bulb-outs at the crosswalks.”

Drivers should anticipate extended mainlane and on-street parking closures, and reduced speed limits throughout the duration of the project.

“The revitalization of Avenue Q is expected to improve safety by reducing traffic crashes and enhancing mobility for pedestrian and vehicle traffic,” Wittie said.

“Avenue Q is one of the city’s busiest streets for both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. During construction we urge both pedestrians and drivers to stay alert and follow all posted construction signs.”

Work has begun on sidewalks and storm sewers on the westside of Avenue Q at 19th Street and will progress north. Work to make improvements to the road surface is scheduled to begin in late spring.

March 2024 is the project’s estimated completion date.

For more information, contact TxDOT Public Information Officer Dianah Ascencio at 806-748-4472.

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