Reede Construction to Begin Major Road Project in Williston, ND

For some time now, this topic has been brought up, and now that a large road construction project in Williston is finally set to start. As things get underway, you should prepare yourself, because things are going to get interesting starting March 17. Yes, this coming Monday!

Reede Construction, Inc. is set to start a huge road project that was commissioned by the City of Williston and the North Dakota Department of Transportation. This project is being done to improve the infrastructure of the city to encourage more economic development. The project's contract is valued at $23,645,879.

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Project Overview

Starting at 9th Avenue West and working north of 35th Street, Reede Construction will rebuild US Highway 2 This project will increase access to the forthcoming Williston Square development, improving the area's efficiency for tourists, businesses, and residents.

Important improvements include:

• More roads to handle growing traffic
• Improved traffic flow and safety with upgraded intersections.
• Improved pedestrian access featuring crosswalks and sidewalks.
• Better drainage and lighting to enable more city growth

Phases and Timeline of Construction

• Phase 1 Start Date: March 17, 2025 – First demolition of buildings purchased via NDDOT's right-of-course purchases
• Roadwork fieldwork starts on April 1, 2025.
• Project completion is October 25, 2025; the road will be operational but not totally finished.
• June 30, 2026 marks the completion with permanent striping and finishing touches.

Traffic Management & Detours

The City of Williston and Reede Construction will use a traffic control plan including:

• Temporary lane limitations and detours in strategic locations
• Clearly indicated other paths for truck traffic and commuters.
• Special access accommodations for emergency services, businesses, and residents

Details on traffic changes and detours will be released through announcements, social media, and Williston's city website.

Residential and Corporate Communication

Throughout this project, Reede Construction remains dedicated to updating businesses and people. It's important to point out that any companies directly affected by this building process have already been informed, and for the public, information meetings will be scheduled to answer questions and offer any project updates.

Everyone is encouraged to watch for social media announcements or check the official City of Williston website for project details and updates. Remember, this is for long-term improvements, so a little inconvenience now will pay off huge in a short amount of time.