SAFETY RECORD ON THE PROJECT Vernal Avenue is a well-traveled road and project specs required a lane to remain open in each direction. Businesses remained open during construction, requiring pedestrian traffic near the work. Effective traffic control plans were implemented from the start of the project and were changed as project needs fluctuated. TNT did a great job of communicating with business owners throughout the project, keeping them abreast of the impacts the construction could have. Comprehensive public information was provided to help make the traveling public aware of detours or other potential disruptions that might arise. As a result of these proactive measures, the project was completed without any accidents or safety incidents, highlighting the team’s commitment to safety and careful planning. PROJECT QUALITY The project faced several challenges that required significant effort to resolve, one of which involved modifying the road’s elevation. The existing road was designed as a typical crowned road, and the plan was changed to a single-slope profile. This adjustment lowered the elevation on the east side, exposing the water line to the frost zone. As a result, we had to lower the water line, causing a delay of several weeks. This setback pushed the paving schedule into late fall, creating concerns about achieving the required quality under potentially unfavorable weather conditions. Fortunately, a mild autumn provided temperatures conducive to cement-treated base and asphalt paving, enabling us to deliver a high-quality product. The transitions to existing asphalt roadways at intersections were smooth, and the work met all UDOT standards for density and smoothness, ensuring a durable and well-integrated final surface. 21
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