University Avenue and Fourth Street

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Traffic impacts

All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained throughout the project.

In late 2026, crews will be completing exploratory utility work throughout the project area to prepare for 2027 construction. Travelers may encounter temporary lane or ramp closures, shoulder closures, or short-term traffic shifts near active work areas. All work zones will be clearly signed and marked, and access will be maintained. Impacts are expected to be temporary and will move as work progresses throughout the project area.

Current

Lane closures

8 p.m. Tue, Oct. 20 through 6 a.m. Wed, Oct. 21

• East and west frontage roads between University Ave. and 4th St. Southeast are reduced to one lane

Ramp closures

8 p.m. Tue, Oct. 20 through 6 a.m. Wed, Oct. 21

• Southbound I-35W entrance ramp from University Ave. is closed

Upcoming

Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be posted as details become available. Motorists can expect lane closures, temporary road closures, pedestrian and bike detours. Also, expect temporary closures of sidewalks and driveways to be coordinated with the home or business.

About this project

We are planning to reconstruct University Ave. Southeast and Fourth St. Southeast between Central Ave. and I-35W, including the University Ave. Southeast and Fourth St. Southeast bridges over I-35W in 2027 and 2028. The pavement needs repairs and the bridges must be raised to meet standards. The new design will improve conditions and transportation safety for all corridor users. This will include providing improvements to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, bus stop improvements to correspond with the upcoming E Line Bus Rapid Transit route, and bike lane improvements.

Summary of work

• Reconstruct University Ave. Southeast and Fourth St. Southeast
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements to intersections and crossings
• Separate the bike lanes from vehicle traffic
• Integrate the bus stop facilities with the Metro Transit E Line bus rapid transit
• Other updates as identified through the project