Development News for Exeter, New Hampshire

Westside Drive Reconstruction Project Nears Mid-Completion with Road Reclamation Underway

The Westside Drive project is progressing with road reclamation underway, which involves pulverizing the top layer of the road and recycling it into the road base. This process is followed by regrading and fine grading of the road base. A binding coarse layer of pavement will be applied, with completion of this phase expected by the end of May. The project also includes the installation of vertical granite curb to define the road limits. Substantial completion is anticipated this year, with the final top course of pavement to be laid in the spring of 2027 after the binder course has weathered a winter season. [cite: 10-42]

School Street Area Reconstruction Project to Begin This Summer Following Bid Review

A similar reconstruction project is planned for the School Street area, which will involve replacing drainage, water, and sewer systems. The project will also reconstruct the roadway, including pedestrian improvements and new sidewalks throughout the neighborhood, encompassing Union Street, School Street, Garfield Street, and Cassoth Street. DPW is currently reviewing bids, with construction slated to begin this summer if bids are within budget. [cite: 43-58]