Staff previews State Road 170 (Edgemoor) widening and pedestrian improvements

Sep 28, 2026

City staff reviewed preliminary TDOT plans for State Road 170/Edgemoor through Oak Ridge, describing a 4‑lane widening, a north‑side sidewalk and a 10‑foot activity path on the south side; staff flagged major utility relocations and estimated water relocation at ~$2.5M and sewer at ~$3.5M (eligible for Chapter 86 reimbursement).

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City staff briefed council on the long-running State Road 170/Edgemoor corridor project and preliminary designs for the Oak Ridge segment. The design presented widens the roadway to four lanes with a divided grass median, adds a sidewalk on the north side and a 10‑foot activity path for bikes and pedestrians on the south side.

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