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PROJECTS COMPLETED BY THE CITY OF KENT

Horning Road and Rhodes Road Asphalt Overlay

 

This project was performed in conjunction with Franklin Township as a part of their 2008 Annual Street Program.

As a part of this project, the majority of Horning Road and all of Rhodes Road within the City

                                                                corporation limits received a

1 ˝ inch asphalt overlay.

Project Completed June 2008


Harris/West Street Storm Water Improvement

Storm water flooding problems in this area were in part due to the blockage of a sandstone box culvert that outlets storm water flow under the ABC Railroad to Mogadore Road and the Cuyahoga River.

The improvements included the construction of a head wall with a trash rack, and stabilization of the stream channel banks.

Project Completed October 2008


2008 Annual Sidewalk Program

 

The Annual Sidewalk Program addresses deficiencies in the City’s sidewalk system.

Areas included in the 2008 Sidewalk Program were:

      Avondale St     Vine St

      E. Elm St          Woodard Av

      Erin Dr              Manchester Ave

      S. Francis St    Paulus Dr

      Jessie Ave.

Project Completed November 2008


Portage Hike and Bike Trail

 The Portage

Hike and Bike Trail is a dedicated pedestrian/bicycle pathway connecting Portage County communities.

This segment begins at a trailhead on the east side of Middlebury Rd and continues east to Fred Fuller Park.

Project Completed June 2009

 


Drainage Area Q Phase IV Storm Sewer

The fourth phase of the project routes storm water from Overbrook, Brentwood, Laurel and Chelton to the new detention basin which outlets to Fish Creek.

The improvements include the construction of storm sewer, catch basins, manholes, roof drain connections, and drive apron and pavement replacement.

Project Completed September 2009


Cherry/Middlebury Watermain Interconnection - Phase 2

Phase I of this project tied into a 12-inch water main between Lower Drive and Akron Boulevard.

The completion of both phases of the project interconnects the Mogadore water tank to the Fairchild water tank.

The completed project provides for better flow throughout the distribution system, decrease service interruptions due to dead-end lines and increase flow for fire protection.

Project Complete October 2009

 


Spaulding Drive Bridge Replacement

 

The Spaulding Drive Bridge Replacement project involved the design and construction of a new structure to replace the existing bridge along with minimal road work.

The old 41’ span steel beam bridge was replaced with a new 46’ span concrete box beam bridge.

Project Complete November 2009