Bloomington Will Start Hershey Road Resurfacing Monday
Asphalt milling construction is scheduled to begin on Hershey Road in Bloomington on October 12, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Construction
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The city of Bloomington will begin asphalt milling construction on Hershey Road starting Monday, Oct. 12, 2026. This project aims to improve road conditions on the section of the street running from south of GE Road to Jumer Drive.
Why it matters
This infrastructure work is part of the city's FY27 resurfacing program intended to enhance local transit safety and road quality. Completing this maintenance ensures the longevity of key traffic arteries used by area residents.
The asphalt milling work covers the entirety of Hershey Road between GE Road and Jumer Drive as part of the FY27 resurfacing program. Work is scheduled to conclude on October 16, 2026, depending on weather conditions.
The players
City of Bloomington
The local municipal government responsible for maintaining public infrastructure and managing city road improvement programs.
The details
Crews will perform asphalt milling to rehabilitate the roadway surface within the designated section. Motorists should anticipate slowed traffic conditions on Hershey Road throughout the duration of the project.
Timeline
Construction starts on Hershey Road on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026.
Construction concludes on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.
Market Landscape
This project functions as a targeted execution of the municipal FY27 resurfacing program. It aligns with standard city efforts to systematically upgrade aging transit infrastructure to meet current usage demands.
Drivers using Hershey Road between GE Road and Jumer Drive should plan for traffic delays during the week of October 12. Local commuters are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid potential bottlenecks while the road is being milled.
The takeaway
Maintaining urban infrastructure requires periodic asphalt milling to prevent further degradation of road surfaces. Drivers should monitor local traffic updates throughout the week to manage their daily commutes effectively.
What happens next
The construction project is scheduled to conclude on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, weather permitting.
Further reading
Find more details on local infrastructure projects on our Bloomington Construction page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 25newsnow.
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