Safety & mobility improvements on EB GCP at LIE interchange, queens county

This $9,090,084 Formula Grant award from the Federal Highway Administration's Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) will fund safety and mobility improvements on the eastbound Grand Central Parkway at the Long Island Expressway interchange in Queens County, New York. The project will construct an auxiliary lane between the entrance ramp from the eastbound Long Island Expressway and the 69th Rd/Jewel Ave ramp on the eastbound Grand Central Parkway. Additionally, the project will resurface pavement, upgrade guiderails, pavement markings, and sign panels, as well as improve drainage to mitigate flooding. This investment aims to enhance safety and mobility for drivers along this critical transportation corridor.

Project description

Safety and mobility improvements on eastbound grand central parkway at long island expressway interchange. This project will address safety & mobility by constructing an auxiliary lane between the entrance ramp from eastbound long island expressway (interstate 495) to 69TH RD/jewel AVE ramp (exit 11) on the eastbound grand central parkway (state route 907M) in queens county. In addition, pavement will be resurfaced and guiderails, pavement markings and sign panels will be upgraded. The drainage will also be upgraded to mitigate flooding.