The Department of Public Works (DPW) is continuing to make infrastructure improvements across the city. DPW maintenance contractor Hard Rock Construction recently began short-term maintenance projects: four on the West Bank, one in New Orleans East and one in the Downtown Development District.
West Bank
Work has been completed in the 4200 block of Herschel Drive. Improvements include new concrete and curbs, Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant curb ramps, as well as street width and length of driveways adjustments.
On Tullis Drive, new concrete panels are being installed in the 6900-7000 blocks. The road is temporarily closed between Lancaster Street and Blair Street, but the project is expected to be complete by in February.
On General Meyer Avenue between Sullen Place and Bennett Street, crews are installing new concrete panels to help improve traffic flow. The $1.25M project will take approximately two months to complete, weather permitting.
Between General De Gaulle Drive and Pace Boulevard on Wall Boulevard, crews will make joint replacements and replace concrete panels for a future bike path. The $1.25M project began in January will take approximately two months to complete, weather permitting.
New Orleans East
In response to localized flooding on Murano Road, a new drainage line is being installed in the 4300-4600 blocks. The project is expected to be complete next month.
Downtown Development District
In response to localized flooding on Union Street, a combination of green and gray infrastructure will be constructed between St. Charles Avenue and Carondelet Street. The project includes a new upsized drainage with a pervious (allows water to move through) concrete parking lane as well as new sidewalks. Work will be complete next month.