Bids for a new ramp and demolition of the Apex Street Bridge were received on September 25, 2008. The low bidder was White Oak Construction. Weather permitting, construction is expected to begin in December. The access ramp will be constructed and functional prior to the bridge removal. Once the bridge is removed, then the site will be dressed up. The final completion is anticipated to be in the early summer 2009 weather permitting.
Beginning Tuesday, September 2, 2008, a detour of the American Tobacco Trail is required between West Enterprise Street and Apex Street. The detour will remain in place for approximately three weeks. This detour is necessary for the relocation of an existing gas line associated with the Apex Street Bridge demolition.
Users of the American Tobacco Trail are asked to note that the trail will not be passable from West Enterprise Street north to Apex Street during this period and they will be required to use the detour. Signage providing directions to the detour will be posted on the trail.
This closure is the first of two scheduled closures of the American Tobacco Trail in this area. The second closure will be for the actual demolition of the Apex Street Bridge. Details regarding this second closure will be provided at a later date. For additional information regarding this project contact Kyle Butler, CEI (919) 560-4326, ext 245 or via e-mail at kyle.butler@durhamnc.gov.
Bid Opening 2 p.m., Planning Room B, ground floor of City Hall – Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008
Agenda Cycle – October 7, 2008
City Council Approval – November 3, 2008
Contract Executed - December 3, 2008
Pre-construction Meeting – Second week of December 2008