Downtown crosswalk upgrades begin next week

posted on 6/18/2026

A city contractor will begin upgrades to Central Avenue's pedestrian crossings at First and Second streets starting next week. The project is scheduled to be finished by Aug. 14, 2026, conditions permitting.

The contractor, S.U.R. Construction, Inc., plans to mobilize equipment and establish work areas on Monday, June 22, and begin demolition work on Tuesday, June 23. The contractor plans to complete upgrades to both crossings at the same time.

Work includes installing curb bump-outs and street lighting similar to Central Avenue crossing Waldron Court constructed earlier this year. These upgrades will reduce the pedestrian crossing distance on Central Avenue and improving pedestrian visibility in a high-traffic area. New drainage infrastructure will also be installed as part of the project.

During construction, motorists, pedestrians, property owners, and businesses should expect temporary impacts in the project area, including parking restrictions, lane closures, sidewalk adjustments, pedestrian detours, and short-term changes to access around the First Street and Second Street crossings.

The city and the contractor will ensure access to businesses, but there may be times when customers and visitors need to use alternate pedestrian routes or nearby parking. The goal is to complete this work safely and efficiently while improving pedestrian safety and visibility at these crossings.

In a video released this week by the City of Dover explains how the Waldron Court bump-out on Central Avenue is designed to improve pedestrian safety by shortening the crossing distance, increasing visibility between drivers and pedestrians, and supporting broader downtown streetscape improvements.

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