US-23 Improvement Project - CE&I

The US-23 Improvement Project encompasses comprehensive construction engineering services for bridge replacement and roadway rehabilitation across various locations along the US-23 corridor in York and Pittsfield Charter Township, Washtenaw County, Michigan. This project includes the following key locations: US-23 (Stony Creek to Ellsworth), Stony Creek Road over US-23, Willis Road over US-23, Willow Road over US-23, Bemis and Carpenter Road over US-23, the US-23/US-12 interchange, US-23 (US-12 to I-94), and US-12 from the US-23/US-12 interchange to Carpenter Road. Notably, enhancements at the US-23/US-12 interchange include new loop ramps and auxiliary lane additions on US-23 to improve traffic flow.
The project scope involved reconstruction, cold mill and HMA resurfacing, bridge reconstruction, signing and pavement marking upgrades, freeway widening, and interchange operational improvements.

Value Engineering (VE) contributed as a subconsultant, providing essential construction and office technician services crucial for project execution and oversight. VE's role included ensuring compliance with MDOT standards and procedures throughout the project phases.
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VE's scope included:

• Office Technician Services: Supporting project administration, reviewing Inspector’s Daily Reports (IDRs), and assisting with documentation to maintain project records in accordance with MDOT requirements.

VE’s contributions were instrumental in facilitating efficient project management and ensuring adherence to quality standards essential for the successful completion of the US-23 Improvement Project.