South Old Woodward Reconstruction Phase 3 Project Update
June 13, 2022
Progress Update
The contractor continues to work on the installation of the new sewer and water mains. This week's water main installation requires alternating closures between Frank Street, Hazel Street and South Old Woodward Avenue, south of Frank Street. Please keep an eye out for future notifications related to the various road closures. The City aims to maintain traffic as much as possible through the work zone.

Reminder: Water Shutoff and Temporary Detour Route
A water shutoff is planned for the entire 555 South Old Woodward building and Birmingham Nails at 608 South Old Woodward Avenue on Thursday, June 16 (pending weather conditions) as the contractor performs a water main tie-in at Bowers Street. During this work, water will be turned off at the affected locations at 8:30 a.m. and will remain off for a minimum of 10 hours. The contractor plans to remain onsite as long as needed to turn the water back on. The City intends to send a text notification to subscribers when service is restored. To subscribe, simply text PHASE3 (all caps, no spaces) to 91896. After the initial keyword is sent, you will receive a confirmation message asking you to reply YES to verify opt-in.

Additionally, this work requires the closure of the southbound lane of South Old Woodward Avenue from Frank Street to George Street. The closure will begin on Wednesday, June 15 and reopen on Friday, June 17. See the temporary detour route below. Sidewalk access will remain available during this work.

Please review the full notice sent the week of June 7 for additional information.
A Reminder for Sidewalk Access:
East-west pedestrian crossings can be accessed at:
  • The north side of Hazel Street to the north side of Frank Street
  • The north side of Bowers Street to the west side of South Old Woodward Avenue (this crosswalk has been temporarily relocated to the south side of the intersection for project work).

The sidewalk terminates for north-south access in the following areas:
  • At Daines Street on the west side of South Old Woodward Avenue
  • Just south of the 555 Building on the east side of South Old Woodward Avenue

All businesses remain open during the project, and access to businesses and surface lots will be maintained as much as possible. As a reminder, throughout the project, South Old Woodward Avenue access is limited to southbound traffic only starting at Hazel Street. View the regular detour route here for more details.

Parking
Free two-hour parking is available in the following locations near the project zone:

  • Pierce Street (333 Pierce Street) and Peabody Street (222 Peabody Street) municipal structures. Free 2-hour parking on weekdays and free parking on weekends. Visit www.bhamgov.org/parking to view a parking widget with real-time information on available parking spots within the municipal structures.

  • 18 parking spots (including one accessible spot) at the former Don Thomas Sporthaus, located at 690 South Old Woodward.

  • On-street parking in the following locations: 
  • Six parking spots on Bowers Street (east of South Old Woodward Avenue, on the north and south sides of Bowers Street)
  • Five parking spots (including one accessible spot) on Frank Street (west of South Old Woodward Avenue, south side of Frank Street).
  • Nine parking spots Hazel Street (east of South Old Woodward Avenue, south side of Hazel Street).

For more information, contact the Engineering Department at 248-530-1850 or visit www.bhamgov.org/oldwoodwardphase3. We appreciate your patience and look forward to a successful project!
South Old Woodward Reconstruction Phase 3 Project Overview
The South Old Woodward Reconstruction project is the third phase in the City’s plan to improve infrastructure in downtown Birmingham. When complete, South Old Woodward's improvements will allow it to manage traffic more effectively; provide an attractive experience for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists; and serve the community for decades to come! Learn more by visiting the project webpage at www.bhamgov.org/oldwoodwardphase3. Download the construction detour route here.
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