Main Street Safety & ADA Improvements
Sebago Technics was retained in 2021 to work with the Town of Orono on a planning study along a 1.4-mile section of Main Street (Route 2) from Kelley Road to the Downtown. The corridor is challenged with vehicular volumes during peak school hours and the additional traffic from the arterial nature of the roadway.
Location
Orono, Maine
Sector
Municipal
Services
- Land Surveying
- 3D Modeling
- Civil Engineering
- Traffic Analysis
Completed
2021
Project overview
The planning effort kicked off by completing topographic survey through 3D laser scanning, and right-of-way establishment. Working with an advisory committee, four (4) conceptual options were developed to create a better balance between vehicular traffic, bicycles, and pedestrians.
project Details
Expanding accessibility in Orono
Sebago advanced the concepts to 90% design, but the project did not advance to construction as the Town received a Planning Partnership Initiative (PPI) for a larger planning effort allowing for a much greater study area and a potentially less fiscally constrained project.
Sebago was again retained in 2023 to lead the planning and engineering for the PPI process which involved a study of a 3.25-mile section of Route 2 (from Kelley Road to the Old Town municipal line). These efforts were combined into one holistic approach. Sebago deliverables included:
- Reviewed existing conditions, including significant traffic analysis and modeling, and a full safety audit review of crash history and available infrastructure for alternative modes.
- Developed concept plans for proposed alternatives with associated cost estimates, representing approximately $30 million in improvements. 3D visualizations were created at five (5) key improvement locations.
- Led the public engagement process, including collaboration with Town staff, presentation to the Town Council, and workshops with the public.
The study recommended intersection improvements (both roundabouts and traffic signalization), upgraded and added pedestrian facilities with new crosswalk locations and improved visibility, bicycle accommodations, traffic calming measures, and streetscaping with gateway applications. The findings were submitted in both Draft and Final Report format to the Town and MaineDOT. Sebago is currently designing the first phase in the Downtown area with Congressional Designated Spending (CDS).
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