Augusta Began New Phase of Broad Street Project

Construction crews have started work on outside lanes between 10th and 11th streets in downtown Augusta.

Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings

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Construction crews have launched a new phase of the Broad Street Improvements Project in downtown Augusta, focusing on the stretch between 10th and 11th streets. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Construction teams have launched a new phase of the Broad Street Improvements Project in downtown Augusta. The work focuses on the stretch between 10th and 11th streets.

Why it matters

The infrastructure upgrades aim to enhance local street connectivity, though local businesses face potential access disruptions. These improvements are part of a broader city effort to update public infrastructure.

The current construction phase centers on the block between 10th and 11th streets. City representatives are managing the project timeline to limit disruptions to local businesses.

The players

E.R. Snell

This is the contracting firm tasked with performing the construction and infrastructure upgrades on Broad Street.

The details

Crews are currently installing a bike path and pouring new sidewalk concrete as part of the renovation. Contractors have implemented a compacted stone surface to ensure customers can still reach businesses during the sidewalk removal.

Timeline

  1. Construction on the outside lanes began on September 22, 2026.

  2. The full Broad Street Improvements Project is expected to conclude by early 2027.

Market Landscape

This construction follows the patterns established by the Broad Street Improvements Project. The effort marks an active segment of the broader initiative to modernize the city center.

Shoppers should anticipate ongoing construction traffic and modified access points to businesses near 10th and 11th streets. Temporary stone paths will remain in place to facilitate storefront access throughout the construction duration.

The takeaway

Business owners and customers should maintain communication with city representatives to navigate the temporary access changes. Preparing for periodic shifts in sidewalk access will help minimize inconvenience during the remaining months of construction.

Further reading

For the latest local updates, visit the Augusta Openings & Closings section.

More information

Find traffic alerts and project updates on the city website.

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