Progress on the Adrian Pedestrian Tunnel is moving forward and next week will see the first sections of the tunnel getting set.
Progress Report
- Relocated water main has been tested for connection to the existing system
- The west half of the road pavement of South Main Street/M-52 was removed
- Excavation continues for the tunnel and west walls
- Utility relocation coordination continues – splicing of communication lines in preparation of relocation is ongoing
- Additional construction materials and pipe were delivered to the site, including forms for the west walls
Upcoming Work Planned for Next Few Weeks:
- Water main tie-ins are planned for Monday, April 13, 2026. Affected customers have been or will be notified between Merrick and Crystal Spring. Water should only be off for a couple of hours on Monday before it is restored in the afternoon.
- Communication cable splicing will continue for the relocation of phone lines on the east side of M-52
- The first sections of the precast tunnel are tentatively scheduled to be set on Tuesday, April 14, 2026!
Traffic shift in place:
Photo from the site this week from Mannik & Smith Group:
