FAQs
Why does the current drainage system need improvements?
The road has an insufficient drainage system and therefore frequent ponding currently occurs along the corridor. Some runoff gets absorbed by soil along the roadway shoulders. A few stormwater pipes drain directly into the lake without providing treatment. We have designed an improved stormwater system that will decrease ponding and treat the roadway runoff.
What does the final design include?
The Lakeview Boulevard Improvement Project will rebuild Lakeview Boulevard from South Shore Boulevard to Iron Mountain Boulevard. When construction is complete, the corridor will feature:
- A new sidewalk, curb and gutter on the north side of Lakeview Boulevard, between South Shore Boulevard and the Goodin easement (3050 Lakeview Boulevard).
- A new highly visible crosswalk and parking reconfigurations at the Lake Grove swim park.
- A new stormwater conveyance and treatment system, including stormwater pipe and catch basins along with a new underground stormwater treatment system near the swim park.
- Reconstructed pavement between South Shore Boulevard and Iron Mountain Boulevard, including the railroad crossing.
Lakeview Boulevard is pretty narrow. Have you purchased property to make room for the improvements?
No, the project improvements will be built within the current right-of-way. However, some driveway approaches will need to be rebuilt and reconnected to the new roadway due to grade changes.
Why doesn’t the final design include building a sidewalk or pedestrian improvements in the very narrow curved area between the Goodin Easement/Summit Drive and Iron Mountain Boulevard?
One of the project’s main goals was to evaluate pedestrian and safety improvements throughout the entire corridor. During design, the project team analyzed options for completing the sidewalk from the Goodin Easement to the Iron Mountain roundabout. This included the use of retaining walls on the north/west side and/or a cantilevered sidewalk above the steep slope on the east side. The City and project team found these options to be infeasible due to property impacts (steepening of private driveways and removal of mature trees), utility relocations, and costs exceeding the total project budget.
Will you need to remove trees?
Yes, some trees are expected to be removed as part of the project improvements. Several are invasive/dead/hazardous.
Our goal was to remove as few as possible— and we considered factors such as age and health.
Will the final design reduce the number of parking spaces?
No, the project has kept all available existing parking along the corridor to the extent feasible. During the early stages of design, the project team received a lot of feedback and concern about minimizing impacts to parking along the corridor.
We know parking can be especially challenging near the Lake Grove Swim Park during the summer, and we will be reconfiguring the spacing and adding two ADA compliant spaces to improve safety in this parking area.
At the end of the project when you repave the road, will the speed bumps be reinstalled in the same locations?
Speed bumps will be reinstalled in the same locations, per the City’s Traffic Engineer.
When will construction start and what does it involve?
Work is expected to be conducted in phases from early 2025 through late 2025. Construction will be disruptive. It can be loud, dusty, create vibration, and cause traffic delays.
The project includes stormwater and waterline installation, roadway demolition, roadway surface preparation and grading, concrete formwork, concrete placement, concrete curing and asphalt paving.
What traffic changes can be expected during construction?
During construction, the traveling public can expect multiple traffic shifts and temporary traffic revisions:
- Intermittent Lane Closures with flaggers – these will change often, but will typically occur during work hours.
- Temporary One-Way Traffic on Lakeview Boulevard – in place 24/7 for several months.
- Full closure 24/7 of Lakeview Boulevard between Summit Drive and Iron Mountain Boulevard, with detoured traffic for a short period of time in summer. Access for residents located within the closure zone will remain open, but all other traffic must use the detour.
If you can use an alternate route to get to your destination, please do so. The traffic adjustments are subject to change throughout construction, but will be restored to the previous configuration of one lane in each direction after the project is complete.
These adjustments are in place to help provide the contractor enough space to build the improvements. Thank you for your patience.
Will access to the swim park and Goodin Easement remain open during the summer months in 2025?
Yes, access is to remain open to the Lake Grove swim park and Goodin Easement during the summer months, but likely will be one way in/out on Lakeview.
I’m a resident on Lakeview Boulevard in the project limits, what will my access look like?
Access for residents/driveways on Lakeview may be restricted at times, particularly during the pavement work and reconnections of driveways to the new roadway. The contractor will coordinate with residents in advance.
What about parking/emergency/mail/garbage services?
There will be limited on-street parking on Lakeview Boulevard during construction.
Fire, emergency, mail and garbage services will have access to the neighborhood.
Where can I get more information?
Updates will be posted regularly under “project updates.” If you are a resident on Lakeview, please reach out through our contact form to share your email or phone number so we can reach you directly during construction.
