MassDOT Holding Public Meeting on Proposed Route 1/ Merrimac Street Intersection Improvements

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will hold a live virtual public meeting to present the design for the proposed Intersection Improvements at the Intersection of Route 1 and Merrimac Street in Newburyport on Thursday, June 13th at 6pm. The meeting is open to the public and registration through this link is required. 

This meeting is an opportunity to learn about the proposed design to improve the Merrimac Street and Route 1 intersection. All views and comments submitted in response to the meeting will be reviewed and considered by MassDOT to the maximum extent possible. MassDOT is currently in the design phase of this project, with construction currently slated for Spring 2027. MassDOT's project information page is here.

The proposed design includes the installation of two traffic signal systems on Merrimac Street at the Route 1 on and off-ramps. The Project improves the functionality of the Route 1 ramps at Merrimac Street by incorporating adequate sight distance, roadway micro resurfacing and restriping, inclusion of complete street elements including ADA accessibility, pedestrian curb ramps and bicycle accommodations, pavement markings and signage, and associated utility adjustments. Work on the minor streets will be limited to approach work unless drainage or utility elements require further improvements or adjustments.

More information can be found here: https://www.mass.gov/event/newburyport-improvements-at-the-intersection-of-route-1-and-merrimac-street-2024-06-13t180000-0400-2024-06-13t200000-0400

You can register to attend the meeting here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3Q8VbuQVQoS2vTl12MyBjA