ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Crews started an overhaul of the intersection of Wyoming and Menaul boulevards in northeast Albuquerque.
The venture is geared toward enhancing security and visitors stream. Officers say the enhancements started final week and can happen in phases.
Step one is taking out a free right-hand flip by way of Victor Circle that directs eastbound Menaul visitors onto southbound Wyoming. Officers say that may enhance security for pedestrians, bicyclists and others.
Crews anticipate the brand new intersection will look and performance like “most different intersections” within the metropolis the place folks can flip proper on the mild.
“We’re all working to enhance security on our roads in Albuquerque. The updates at this intersection will enhance security for drivers, however particularly for pedestrians and others that use the crosswalk on these busy, high-speed, streets,” mentioned Pat Montoya, director of the Municipal Growth Division.
Crews may also take away the final wire-hung visitors sign, which is at present at Wyoming and Menaul. As a substitute can be, what they name, one of many longest visitors sign mast arms within the metropolis.
Crews may also repair ADA deficiencies and restore the asphalt pavement on the intersection. They’ll additionally set up new fiber-optic cables, visitors alerts, avenue lights, signage and striping.
The venture is predicted to be accomplished subsequent summer season.
