Construction zone in Altoona attracting dangerous behavior
Wednesday, July 19, 2017 Amanda Tyler | WEAU
ALTOONA, Wis. (WEAU)-- Contractors say curious drivers and pedestrians are causing concerns at a major development project that's under construction in Altoona.
As work continues on the northeast quadrant of the River Prairie Development, consultant Ayres Associates says there are problems with people walking and driving past barricades in busy construction areas. Ayres says those barricades are up for a reason and are meant to keep people from going where there's construction equipment and sudden four inch drops in the street's pavement where crosswalk brick pavers will be installed in the coming weeks.
The main area of concern is a construction area along Front Porch Drive between the River Prairie Events Center and the Prairie Place Apartment building.
"We want people to use common sense. Just because the sidewalks are poured doesn't mean it's open yet. There are railings that aren't in yet. The work has to be completely finished for it to be safe," project engineer Ryan Hosch said.
"It's just a safety thing. We don't want to have anyone injured. We know the anticipation is great to have people come out and see this park when it's done but it's a safety issue where we don't want people out here until its done," project superintendent Kert Boie added. Read more about this article »
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