In addition, The intersection of 7th Avenue and Upas Street will be closed to traffic during this construction task. Additionally, there will be work and traffic control measures as follows:
-The traffic signal at 6th Avenue at Upas will be set to flashing red and southbound lanes on 6th Avenue will be narrowed to a single lane through the work area.
-Northbound lanes will be detoured a few blocks south, at Thorn Street.
-Stop signs will be placed at Thorn Street to allow a controlled left turn for northbound detoured traffic.
The resident engineer will monitor the traffic pattern and flaggers will be assigned at the intersections if traffic begins to back up.
Residents who live at 666 Upas Street (residential tower) will have access to their parking garage via the alley just north of Upas Street. That same alley will be accessible for those who wish to access 7th Avenue as well. Pedestrians will have access to the Marston House and the residences in the area of construction.