Seasonal Posting Explained
On an annual basis, the Village lowers the load limit on all Village-maintained roadways to 10 tons (gross weight). This weight restriction goes into effect in the early spring when rising temperatures results in a loss of frost penetration and thus high moisture contents in the base of local roadways. This condition leaves Village roads susceptible to damage by vehicles of this weight class.
This year the seasonal load limits went into effect on March 17, 2008. The length of the closure will be determined by the rate at which the moisture created by the thaw dissipates and the road subgrades become adequately supported. Typically this occurs in early May, but can vary depending on the amount of precipitation and the predominant weather patterns that occur in the month of April.
Birth of a Pot Hole
Step 1 - Potholes begin after snow or rain seeps into the soil below the road surface.
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Step 2 - The moisture freezes when temperatures drop, causing the ground to expand and push the pavement up.
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Step 3 - As the temperatures rise, the ground returns to normal level but the pavement often remains raised. This creates a gap between the pavement and the ground below it.
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Step 4 - When vehicles drive over this cavity, the pavement surface cracks and falls into the hollow space leading to the birth of another pothole.
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2008 Road Program
Beside the general maintenace of pothole, this year, Oak Knoll Road
will be resurfaced. The work is expected to begin after the bid
process in mid-June; with projected completion in September. Affected residents will receive information from the Village containing details about the project.
Another project in the 2008 road program is the replacement of the culvert on Algonquin Road aka Plum Tree west of Braeburn Rd. This work is anticipated to necessitate closure of a section of Algonquin Road for approximately a two week period, so a detour route will be planned. The work may be begun towards the end of June. Please watch for and obey the road closure and detour signs in this area.
The Village Engineers are also analyzing the work needed to address the storm water drainage issues along Ridge Road and River Road.
Throughout the season if there are items of interest or concern, please use the contact links on this page.
2007 Road Program Recap
In 2007, Merri-Oaks Road, Hickory Lane, Hills 'N Dales Road, Rolling Hills Drive, Longmeadow Drive and Longmeadow Court were repaired.
The Village Engineers are currently reviewing the work to determine if it adequately weathered the winter.
2007 Road Program
The 2007 Road Program will include Merri-Oaks Road, Hickory Lane, Hills & Dales Road, Rolling Hills Drive, Longmeadow Drive, and Longmeadow Court. Bids will be due in May, with work expected to begin in June and be completed by August. It is not expected that any of these roads will be closed during construction, but delays should be expected in these areas. Please observe traffic signage in all construction zones.
The Cook County Highway Department has informed us that they will be resurfacing Bateman Road this summer, from Penny Road to Lake Cook Road. This project is currently in the bidding phase, and more information will be provided as it is available.
2007 Barrington Hills Roads & Bridges Update
2006 Barrington Hills Roads & Bridges Update
2005 Barrington Hills Roads & Bridges Update
2004 Barrington Hills Roads & Bridges Update
2003 Barrington Hills Roads & Bridges Update
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