KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) The City of Keene Public Works Department has announced several construction and maintenance projects scheduled throughout the week. The work includes sewer and water main installations, pavement markings, and traffic symbol applications. Motorists should plan for temporary traffic changes, parking restrictions, and possible delays in affected areas.
Construction activities will begin Tuesday, November 10, on Court Street, where Gordon’s Property Maintenance Services will install a sewer main across Cross Street near 650 Court Street. Work is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. and will require alternating one-way traffic throughout the work area. The project is expected to be completed by the end of the day.
Additional utility work is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, on Elm Street. Beginning at 8 a.m., Gordon’s Property Maintenance Services will install a new water main near 456 Elm Street, across from Timberlane Drive. Traffic will be shifted to accommodate two-way travel and/or alternating one-way traffic as conditions require. Work is expected to continue throughout the day.
Wednesday will also bring pavement marking operations to two busy roadways in Keene. On Court Street, L&D Safety Marking will install pavement markings and traffic symbols between Central Square and the designated project endpoint. Work is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. A temporary parking ban will be in effect from 7 a.m. until noon, and traffic will be reduced to alternating one-way travel through the work zone. The marking work is expected to take approximately three hours.
On Marlboro Street, L&D Safety Marking will perform similar pavement marking work between Main Street and Eastern Avenue, beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday. A maintenance parking ban will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with alternating one-way traffic required during the project. Work is expected to continue throughout the day.
The final scheduled project will take place Friday, November 13, on Court Street near 650 Court Street. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., Gordon’s Property Maintenance Services will install a new water main along the edge of the northbound lane. Alternating one-way traffic will be in place while crews complete the work, which is expected to last through the end of the day.
The City is reminding residents and visitors to observe all posted parking restrictions, follow temporary traffic control signs, and use extra caution when traveling through active construction zones. Pedestrians and cyclists are also encouraged to remain alert and follow any designated detours or safety instructions.
The City of Keene appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as these infrastructure and roadway maintenance projects move forward.
For additional information and construction updates, visit the Keene Public Works Department website.
