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UHD Construction FAQs
What is the nature of the project and specifically how will it affect UHD?
The project is the extension of METRO's Light Rail 'Red' line past UHD to the Northline Mall area.
During the first phase of this project, Main Street will be closed to vehicle traffic from Commerce Street (bottom of the bridge) to Naylor Street (just north of the Shea Street Building). Pedestrian access through this section of Main Street will remain open to the public for the duration of construction, but specific routes will change periodically to accommodate construction and provide safety.
What is the timeline for the project?
METRO expects the work to take 18 months.
How will the construction work affect driving around campus?
The most noticeable impact will be the closure of Main Street between Commerce and Naylor. Detours for drivers will be clearly marked.
Current updates of maps showing how vehicle traffic will be re-routed during the project will be posted on UHD's website and will be updated frequently until the project is complete.
Will it be safe to walk around campus?
Yes. UHD Police will maintain foot, bicycle and squad car patrols with additional patrols as needed.
Will I still be able to get to UHD's buildings?
Yes. Walking routes will change throughout construction, but all buildings will be accessible. Allow more time to get where you need to go.
What should I know about the traffic routes?
Routes to parking lots will change as new streets are put in place to provide continued access to the large student lot to the north of campus (Daly Street Lot), as well as the small lot on the west side of Main between I-I0 and Daly Street. The new roadways will also provide continued access to the $4/day pay lot located just north of I-lO on the west side of Main Street.
When the work is done, Naylor/Main will be a four-way intersection controlled by a traffic light.
Will the light rail still run its regular schedule south of UHD?
Yes, light rail service will be unaffected, continuing to run to the existing station in front of the One Main Building.
How will the shuttle service be affected?
Shuttle buses run on alternative routes during the construction period. The new routes will be posted on the website.
Will the construction affect METRO/City bus routes?
Yes. Bus stops will change during the construction because of street closures. Current bus routes are always available on METRO's website (www.ridemetro.org).
What will this project cost UHD?
This is a METRO project and there will be no direct cost to the university.
Will construction noise be a problem during class time?
We hope not, but it is something we will monitor and will address with METRO if it becomes an issue.
How will people get across the street at the Shea Street Building?
Street crossings will change as foot traffic routes change to make the walkway as safe as possible. Faculty, staff and students will have access to the routes on the Web.
Will people need to allow more time to park and get to class, or go from class to class?
Yes, during this period everyone should build in a little extra time to get from place to place, especially during the first week of the fall semester and as pedestrian routes change during construction.
How will new information/updates be communicated between now and the start of the project?
The primary means of communicating information related to this project will be the UHD website, posters, fliers and emails. News will also be published via Skyline e-News.
Whom should I call if I have a question that is not answered here or on the website?
Construction-related questions (noise, pedestrian access issues)
- Chris McCall, Asst. VP for Facilities Management, mccallc@uhd.edu, 713-221-8026
Parking/Shuttle bus/other transit (ex., cyclist accommodation)
- Vanessa Turner, Manager of Parking & Transportation, turnerv@uhd.edu, 713-221-8127
- Rick Boyle, Chief of Police, boyler@uhd.edu, 7l3-221-8065
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Last updated or reviewed on 8/11/11
