03/09/2023 - Weston Road Neighborhood Meeting: link here
Project Overview
Weston Road is one of only a few north – south routes connecting Rte 9 to Weston
Is almost entirely residential
Has a heavy commuter influence
Is a route for diving and walking to 2 nearby schools (Bates and Hardy) and a local market
The narrow Right of Way will limit the ability to add bike amenities
Lack of detour routes will cause traffic impacts and will likely stipulate night work
Project Background
DPW Capital Plan Includes $75,000 in FY22 for survey, design and bidding services and estimated $3.5M in FY24 for construction
Project limits are MassDOT ramp / right of way (southerly) to Weston Town Line (northerly)
Weston Road was originally a County Road, laid out by the county in 1845, called Blossom Street until 1907 and accepted by the Town around 1950
Mostly 40 foot Right-of-Way with 25 feet average paved width and 3.5 to 5’ wide sidewalks
Classified as an unban collector
The street inventory, based on the recent survey includes
A project length of 3,800 feet
16 intersecting streets
Above ground electric and communications poles / wires on the east side
3,695 feet of sewer main with 23 sewer manholes
Approximately 3,750 feet water main
3,520 feet of drain pipes
6 pedestrian crossings with 1 signalized
Sidewalks on both sides in poor condition and in many areas lower the roadway
Curbs are mostly type “A” 4” tall asphalt curb in various condition
Sewer and drain video inspections show the pipes to be in good condition
Challenges and Opportunities
Roadway was last paved 1986 with some later overlays
Pavement condition is subpar due to age, wear & tear, freezing & thawing cycle and there are various trench patches throughout the entire roadway length
Profile has low to flat slopes
Sidewalks are narrow in in many areas lower than the road edge
8 pavement cores indicate asphalt thickness between 7” and 12” on a gravel base
The curb and low sidewalk presents a safety and drainage concern
Trees, fences and landscaping present safety and sight distance concerns
Profile is low to flat
Sidewalks are narrow in in many areas lower than the road edge
Project Timeline
Mid January – Presentation to Advisory
Late January – Neighborhood meeting
January and February – Advance design and project plans, specifications and estimate (PS&E)
February – Presentation Select Board
March – Bid Project
June – Start Construction, contingent on advance access to funds
