Sidewalk Restoration Continues in Uptown

PRT’s contractors are making significant progress performing sidewalk demolition, utility relocation and sidewalk restoration at multiple locations along Fifth and Forbes Avenues in Uptown.

The contractors are relocating water and sewer infrastructure and running conduits for station power and pedestrian safety systems. After utilities are relocated, contractors install new sidewalks, curbs, and accessible ramps. ​

When construction is complete, nearly the entire length of Fifth and Forbes Avenues in Uptown will receive new sidewalks.

Work will be performed Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Intersection Improvements Coming to Uptown

PRT’s contractor recently completed installation of a new sidewalk, curbs and accessible ramps at Forbes Avenue and Jumonville Street. ​

Ultimately, 47 intersections along the University Line in Uptown and Oakland will be modernized to include ADA compliant curb ramps and crosswalks, new traffic signals and intersection lighting, accessible pedestrian signals with push button activators and illuminated pedestrian countdown signals.

Electrical Work Progressing Throughout the University Line

PRT’s electrical subcontractors are running conduits along Fifth and Forbes Avenues for new traffic signal poles, controller boxes, pedestrian safety systems, and station power to support upgraded amenities such as lighting, next bus arrival screens, security cameras and emergency phones.

The University Line Corridor ​

When construction for the University Line is complete, there will be 24 PRTX stations throughout Downtown, Uptown, and Oakland. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

PRT continues to work closely with stakeholders including community groups, universities, businesses and other impacted groups during construction. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

PRTX stations will have new shelters with upgraded amenities, including next-bus arrival screens, fare vending machines, seating, lighting, emergency phones and security cameras. ​ ​ ​

For questions or concerns, please contact brt@rideprt.org or 412-442-2000. ​