ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

The Vermont Agency of Transportation along with Pike Industries Inc. will begin this 2018 – 2019 roadway rehabilitation project of VT Route 117 beginning in Essex where the State Highway begin to the intersection Route 2 in Richmond the week beginning June 18, 2018.  The anticipated completion date is October 11, 2019.

This project will consist of rehabilitation of the existing roadway sub-base, new traveling surface with shoulder widening (where feasible), drainage, guardrail and signage upgrades, new signal at the intersection of 289 off ramp and VT 117 along with other incidental items throughout the project.

During the construction period, motorists should expect traffic flow to be maintained at all times with one-way alternating traffic during construction hours with control present.

Motorists should also expect to be traveling on a gravel surface from approximately mid-July 2018 through August 2018.from Essex where the State Highway begins to the Jericho town line.

Anyone with questions or concerns regarding the project may contact Stephanie Barrett, Public Outreach Coordinator at 802-862-6085.

VT Route 117

Written by on November 27, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

This project is complete! 

We realize it was pressing at times, so thank you all for your patience and understanding during the construction.

We hope you enjoy the improvements, not only for your safety, but also for the smooth ride.

Have a safe & happy holiday season and winter!

The anticipated work schedule on VT 117 for the week beginning November 25, 2019

Written by on November 21, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

Monday and Tuesday:

  • Continue cleanup work throughout the project with minimal to no traffic impact.
  • Sewer line clean out between Mall Drive and VT-289

Wednesday throught Friday:

  • No work due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday

PLEASE SLOW DOWN!  SAFETY FIRST!

The anticipated work schedule on VT 117 for the week beginning November 18, 2019

Written by on November 14, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

Monday through Friday:

  • Miscellaneous construction activities throughout the project with minimal to no traffic delays.

PLEASE SLOW DOWN!  SAFETY FIRST!

The anticipated work schedule on VT 117 for the week beginning Monday, November 11, 2019

Written by on November 7, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

Monday:

  • No work due to the Veterans Day holiday

Tuesday through Friday:

  • Mailbox adjustments throughout the project with minimal to no traffic delays.

PLEASE SLOW DOWN!  SAFETY FIRST!

The anticipated work schedule for the week beginning Monday, November 4, 2019

Written by on October 31, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

Monday through Friday:

  • Continue miscellaneous items throughout the project

MOTORISTS SHOULD EXPECT MINIMAL TO NO DELAYS!

The anticipated work schedule on VT 117 for the week beginning October 28, 2019

Written by on October 24, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

Monday through Friday:

  • Continue project cleanup work throughout
  • Continue miscellaneous items throughout to include final signs, mailbox adjustments and guardrail work.

Traffic control will be present where necessary allowing for one-lane of alternating travel within the construction zones.  The speed limit will be enforced!

MOTORISTS SHOULD EXPECT MINIMAL DELAYS!

PLEASE SLOW DOWN!  SAFETY FIRST!

The anticipated work schedule for the week beginning October 21, 2019

Written by on October 17, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

Monday through Friday:

  • Project cleanup work throughout
  • Miscellaneous items throughout to include final signs, mailbox adjustments and guardrail work.

Traffic control will be present where necessary allowing for one-lane of alternating travel within the construction zones.  The speed limit will be enforced!

MOTORISTS SHOULD EXPECT MINIMAL DELAYS!

PLEASE SLOW DOWN!  SAFETY FIRST!

October 18,2019 expect minimal cleanup work throughout the project.

Written by on October 17, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

DUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST THERE WILL NOT BE ANY WORK OCTOBER 17, 2019 ON VT 117

Written by on October 16, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117

The anticipated work schedule on VT 117 for October 16, 2019

Written by on October 15, 2019 in ESSEX, JERICHO-RICHMOND VT ROUTE 117
  • Weather permitting, continue pavement markings
  • Continue sign installation
  • General cleanup work

PLEASE SLOW DOWN!  SAFETY FIRST!

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