Foxridge Drive Reconstruction
Project Overview
GBA partnered with the City of Mission to reconstruct Foxridge Drive and find a solution to the undesirable drainage conditions on-site. The underperforming drainage system was causing significant infrastructure issues, including pavement deterioration, hazardous icy patches and debris accumulation. These recurring problems posed safety risks to motorists and pedestrians and increased the City’s maintenance efforts and costs. A major source of the stormwater impacting the project area came from runoff originating at a bluff adjacent to the roadway, which carried sediment and debris downhill.
To address these challenges, GBA conducted a comprehensive stormwater analysis and executed targeted drainage improvements. The undersized storm sewer system was expanded to increase capacity and handle peak flows during storm events. In addition, underdrains were installed along the road behind the curb to address subsurface water infiltration, reducing pavement degradation and minimizing icy conditions during winter. To minimize risk of schedule impacts during construction, the storm trunk line was relocated to the opposite side of the road, avoiding conflicts with existing utilities and reducing repair risks.
In areas most affected by runoff from the bluff, GBA incorporated swales with vegetative erosion control measures to slow down the flow of water, encourage infiltration and filter sediment before it reached the roadway. These measures improved the drainage infrastructure’s functionality and aesthetics, aligning with the City’s commitment to sustainable practices.
Project Scope
The project involved more than just drainage improvements—it included a full-depth roadway reconstruction over a nearly one-mile stretch. The new road design included the addition of sidewalk and integral sidewalk walls to enhance pedestrian safety and mobility. GBA also expanded the storm sewer system to align with the City’s long-term infrastructure goals, upgraded the corridor with modern lighting and enhanced traffic operations with a new signal at the intersection of Foxridge Drive and Lamar Avenue.
Collaboration and Traffic Management
Traffic management was a critical aspect of the project. Foxridge Drive provides primary access to several large apartment complexes and connects traffic from I-35 to various businesses along the route. With only one way in and out for residents and businesses, maintaining traffic flow during construction was essential to minimizing disruptions. GBA worked closely with the City of Mission to develop a phased traffic control plan that ensured safe and continuous access throughout construction.
GBA’s coordination with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) on traffic control measures and with Johnson County Wastewater for utility adjustments was essential to the project’s success.