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Delays along MD 175 Westbound in Columbia to begin this week
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Columbia (Map, News) - Pedestrian safety improvements, along with road resurfacing, will make Md. Rte. 175 safer in Columbia, state traffic planners hope.
In the meantime, they might make traveling a little more difficult.
“We are looking to enhance the project and see how we can improve pedestrian access,” said Kellie Boulware, spokeswoman for the State Highway Administration. “Since there are malls, businesses and schools in that area, many people choose to walk because of the gas prices, and we want them to reach their destinations safely.”
Pedestrian “countdown” technology and sidewalks ramps will be installed on traffic signals along MD 175 at Thunder Hill Road, Tamar Drive and Dobbin Road in addition to resurfacing.
Motorist should expect delays along MD 175 Westbound in Columbia, Howard County through the end of the year as the State Highway Administration begins a $1.5 million project to resurface three miles between US 29 (Columbia Pike)and Dobbin Road.
The closures will occur from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through Friday.
For any questions about traffic operations, call SHA’s District 7 Office at 301-624-8100 or toll free at 1-800-635-5119.
– Ana Sebescen
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8:28 AM MST on Thu., Jul. 17, 2008 re: "Delays along MD 175 Westbound in Columbia to begin this week"
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