The Faunce Corner headache is almost over
Travellers moving through the Faunce Corner Road construction won’t have to suffer for much longer.
One of the two ongoing projects in the area will finish within the next few days, while the second project will wrap up by October, according to town officials.
“All of the ramps to 195 have been paved. There’s two more nights of paving,” said Public Works Director David Hickox. He said although scaping and some cleanup will follow, the project is “pretty much complete.”
The second project involves narrowing Faunce Corner Road’s center island — between State Road and Comfort Lane — so a third, northbound lane can be added.
That project will conclude in October, said Hickox.
Additionally, crew are updating intersections with a sensored system that will diffuse traffic buildup.
"You won't see anything different. But there will be sensors and cameras that track traffic volume through computers and make real time adjustments," said Hickox.
Hickox said that, although drivers will not see much of a difference, the new system will improve travelling, especially during morning rush hours and school dismissal.