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Overview
The U.S. Route 6 project is in the city of Morris in Grundy County. The study limits include U.S. 6 (Bedford Road) beginning west of Ashton Road and extending east to Illinois 47, over 2 miles.
U.S. 6 is the primary east-west corridor through Morris. The purpose of the study is to provide safe and efficient transportation for all users. The scope of work includes:
- Reconstruction of U.S. Route 6
- Improvement of the drainage system
- Additional pedestrian and motorist safety improvements
The study has included a traffic analysis of the corridor to review the need for turn lanes and traffic signals as well as to determine the number of lanes needed to meet traffic demand.
The consultant will identify construction methods and sequences that will minimize motorists’ inconvenience during the construction of this improvement by preparing a Preliminary Transportation Management Plan for the project.
The consultant will also review the potential environmental impacts of each proposed alternative to determine if impacts can be avoided or minimized. A noise study was prepared in accordance with the IDOT’s Highway Traffic Noise Assessment Manual requirements. Tree surveys have been prepared to document the location and size of trees within the proposed right of way and the reasons why they must be removed or can remain.
The Phase I study will culminate with the development of a Combined Design Report that considers information from public involvement and comments from IDOT and other agencies that may impact the project.
