Situated amidst several neighborhoods, Waring Road had been plagued by severely deteriorated pavement and required several upgrades to provide improved conditions for drivers and pedestrians alike.

Client
City of Rochester

Location
Rochester, New York

Total Project Cost
$6.7 M

Project Type
Roadways, Streetscapes

Completed
2022

Size
0.81 miles

Services
Civil/Site Engineering, Transportation Engineering

Key Contact
Matthew Smullen

Community
aerial view of an intersection of Waring Road

Enhancements started with reconstructing the entire mile length of the road. This involved excavating the existing road and subbase, followed by installing a new gravel foundation with asphalt laid on top.

view of traffic lights on Waring Road

Our primary objective during the planning and design process was to promote safe driving and walking experiences for the community. This led to replaced sidewalks and driveway aprons, realigned intersection side streets to 90 degrees for improved sight distance, and new curb bump-outs.

We also established distinct, widened bike lanes and marked them with vibrant, fresh striping, installed ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps and adequate on-street parking facilities, thereby enhancing accessibility.

an intersection on Waring Road

Additionally, our team provided stormwater upgrades to meet the New York State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) program requirements. This involved the installation of all-new drainage structures, including receiving basins and laterals, as well as the construction of four bioretention landscaped areas. These upgrades improve water quality and help remove harmful stormwater runoff, benefiting both the environment and the community.

a car driving down a road with freshly painted directional markers on the road

Whether used for work or leisure, Waring Road is not only a safe and pleasant corridor for all to experience, but also an example of environmentally responsible transportation infrastructure.

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a stop sign at the end of a street
A bike lane sign next to a road
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