Central Avenue traffic restrictions, crosswalk closure begin Monday

posted on 3/13/2026

Central Avenue will be reduced to one lane downtown near Waldron Court beginning Monday, March 16, as a city contractor installs curbing for the new crosswalk . Motorists should anticipate delays and lane shifts, depending on which side of Central Avenue crews are working.

The crosswalk at Waldron Court will be closed while curbing is being installed. There will also be a temporary closure of the exit driveway from the Cochecho Mills next to Fish Ladder Park as needed when the work crew is present.

Work on the project began last month and will be finished next month. The project includes constructing curb bump-outs to reduce the pedestrian crossing distance on Central Avenue, improving pedestrian visibility in a high-traffic area. New lighting will also be installed to enhance visibility, along with new drainage infrastructure. The pedestrian crossing at Waldron Court will be shifted slightly to align with Waldron Court. Parking spaces will also be adjusted slightly, with two spaces being permanently eliminated.

For more information, contact Community Services at 603-516-6450.