Ventura County Public Works Agency accepts Project of the Year

The Ventura County Public Works Agency’s Transportation Department (VCPWA TD) earned its third accolade for its work on the Donlon Road Realignment Project. This month, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Los Angeles section awarded the Donlon Road Realignment Project as its Roads & Highways Project of the Year.

For more than 20 years, the community of Somis longed for road enhancements and safety improvements for Donlon Road. Idling vehicles at the intersection had also been noted as a source of reduced air quality. Further, during peak traffic hours, congestion at the intersection was delayed and often backed up for a mile or more. The project, completed in March 2016 by VCPWA TD, moved Donlon Road approximately 200 feet to the west to connect its alignment with the existing traffic signal on Highway 118 at Somis Road (Highway 34). The new signal and standard four-way intersection has greatly improved traffic flow.

The American Society of Civil Engineers represents more than 150,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852, ASCE is the nation’s oldest engineering society.

“It’s an honor to be recognized for our efforts on a project that has been well received by motorists who frequent this route,” said David Fleisch, Director of VCPWA TD. “We pride ourselves in our ability to continue to make roadways safer and more efficient for the community.”