Which roads will be resurfaced in the next wave?

Approximately 50 miles of road at various locations throughout the city will be resurfaced based on existing pavement conditions. This work is expected to happen between fall 2026 and spring 2027. 

How is the work funded? 

Pavement management is funded through the city’s Capital Improvement Program budget. The money comes from state gas tax revenue, local TransNet funds and fees paid by local trash haulers.

What does resurfacing involve? 

There are two main types of resurfacing. 

Slurry seal: This process involves removing traffic striping and pavement markings, sealing larger cracks in the pavement surface, applying a thin layer of slurry mixture and restriping the resealed roadway. Slurry mixture generally consists of water, liquid asphalt, small crushed rocks and sand. The finished process won’t look like a brand-new asphalt roadway. However, it’s a cost-effective way to improve drivability and save money by extending the road’s life by five to seven years. This method is less impactful to residents and drivers during the sealing process. 

Overlay: This process includes grinding a couple of inches from the top of the roadway and adding new asphalt over the top before restriping. It’s a more expensive and time-consuming process that results in a new-looking and safe roadway that will last for years.

72-hour notice

• Crews will distribute fliers to notify nearby residents and businesses at least 72 hours before work to let them know that street will be closed for one day in the upcoming week.
• Traffic control will be in place for temporary street or lane closures, and street parking may be restricted in some locations.

Multiple steps

Resurfacing and restriping requires several steps with crews returning to the same area multiple times. Please watch for temporary “No Parking” signs.

• First the street needs to be prepped by grinding down certain areas and sealing cracks.
• Then, it’s ready to be resurfaced. We try to resurface one lane or one side at a time so traffic can still get through. When one side is done, we switch to the other side.
• The new surface needs a little time before it’s ready for new striping.
• Completing all the striping usually takes between two to four weeks. That’s why you will see temporary lane markers right after a street is resurfaced.

Impact for residents and commuters: 

The impact for people who live on a street that’s being resurfaced can differ depending on the type of resurfacing. Typically, they can include:

• Access restrictions: Streets are typically closed for several hours (sometimes most of the day). Residents may need to move cars ahead of time and park on adjacent streets. Trash, deliveries and emergency access may require coordination or temporary workarounds. 
• Driveway limitations: You often can’t enter or exit your driveway until the slurry cures. 
• Noise: Some equipment can be loud, but the noises typically don’t last long. 
• Loose material: Some tracking of sand or rock into driveways or onto sidewalks is possible for a day or two. 

For commuters, impacts include:

• Lane closures: Even with phased construction, capacity is reduced on a high-volume road.
• Traffic delays: Traffic congestion can extend beyond the work zone, especially during peak hours. 
• Detours and rerouting: Drivers may be rerouted to nearby streets during construction. 
• Transit delays: Buses might run behind schedule.