October 2025
What is Happening?
- The contractor is scheduled to continue water pipe replacement work on Sumner Avenue, and on local streets between Oakland Street and Lenox Street, in October 2025 as part of the Springfield 'X' Intersection Reconstruction project.
- Additionally, this fall, Comcast will be performing utility work on Dickinson Street and Belmont Avenue in the vicinity of the 'X' intersection.
- Activities will include asphalt removal, excavation, trenching, water pipe installation, material deliveries, exporting material, staging of construction equipment, and asphalt restoration.
Why is this Work Happening?
- This work is being performed in advance of roadway construction on Sumner Avenue, Dickinson Street, and Belmont Avenue.
When is this Work Happening?
- Work is scheduled this month in October on weekdays, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and on weeknights as needed, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Where is this Work Happening?
- This work is anticipated to take place on:
- Sumner Avenue and local streets between Oakland Street and Lenox Street.
- Belmont Avenue between Commonwealth Avenue and Burlington Street.
- Dickinson Street between Burlington Street and Trenton Street.
What to Expect?
- These operations will require intermittent off-peak hour lane closures on Sumner Avenue, Belmont Avenue, and Dickinson Street, during work hours, as needed. Local access for residents, businesses, and emergency services will be maintained.
- On-street parking restrictions are expected during work hours due to site safety and staging of equipment.
- Police details and appropriate signage will be deployed to assist traffic flow around the work zones.
Stay informed:
Additional construction updates will be provided as the project advances.
To reach the project hotline, please call: (413) 264-4240.
Project email: MassDOTSpringfieldX@dot.state.ma.us