To address growing traffic demands and improve safety, we partnered with the City of Joliet to design and engineer improvements for two miles of Theodore Street from Drauden Road to IL Route 59. Our work enhances traffic flow, pedestrian connectivity, and stormwater management while meeting federal and city standards and securing critical funding for construction.

Key Contributions:

Expanding & Resurfacing the Corridor
We are providing Phase I and II design services for the widening and resurfacing of two miles of Theodore Street to accommodate increased traffic and improve roadway performance.

Improving Safety & Traffic Flow
We designed a fifth lane—a paved median/left-turn lane—to reduce congestion and help decrease the number and severity of accidents.

Upgrading Signals & Lighting
We incorporated two new traffic signals at Drauden Road and Wesmere Parkway and designed a modern LED street lighting system for improved visibility and energy efficiency.

Adding Multi-Use Connectivity
We designed a new multi-use path from Drauden Road to Wesmere Parkway, connecting to the existing city system and promoting safe pedestrian and bicycle travel.

Enhancing Accessibility & Drainage
We integrated ADA-compliant design features and improved stormwater management by utilizing portions of the existing drainage system and adding a new storm sewer to meet updated rainfall and city criteria.

Coordinating Public Engagement & Land Acquisition
We administered a public information meeting under Federal Phase I requirements and are coordinating land acquisition with IDOT and the City, including developing plats-of-highway and legal descriptions.

Securing Funding & Compliance
We followed IDOT federal processes to position the project for federal construction funds, utilized Motor Fuel Tax funds for engineering, and successfully obtained STP and REBUILD Illinois funds for key segments of the corridor.