State Grants Funding for Wilmington Intersection Improvements

Two intersections in Wilmington will soon get a safety facelift with the installation of traffic signals to improve traffic safety, as well as exclusive turn lanes, safe pedestrian crossings and more.

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation Wednesday announced funding has been identified for the Wilmington intersection improvements project which is located on Rte. 62 (Middlesex Avenue) Glenn Road and Wildwood Street.

“We target our transportation investments in projects like the Wilmington intersection that make a difference for those who travel through areas like this every day,” MassDOT Highway Administrator Frank DePaola said. “Work associated with this project will result in a much safer and more efficient roadway that will benefit the community and motorists alike for years to come.”

The proposed improvements include the installation of fully actuated traffic signals at the intersection of Route 62 and Glen Road and Route 62 and Wildwood Street to improve traffic safety. The improvements will also incorporate exclusive turn lanes, safe pedestrian crossings, and emergency vehicle signal prioritization.

“The Glen Road intersection is critical for the town of Wilmington, and it needs to move vehicular and pedestrian traffic safely and efficiently,” said Senator Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). “That hasn’t been the case for far too long, and that’s why it’s good news that our persistence is going to bring results through the investment and expertise coming from MassDOT to this important project.”

Representative James Miceli (D-Wilmington) said, “I’d like to commend all the state and town officials for helping to bring this project to fruition. I’d also like to thank MassDOT for their commitment to improving transportation through projects like these. We look forward to the completion of this project and restoring safety for all who travel through this area of our town.”

The estimated total cost for the project is $1.7 million and construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2015.