Omaha Will Close Fort Street for Bridge Reconstruction

The construction project includes widening the road and adding new pedestrian infrastructure.

Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Openings & Closings

Omaha Will Close Fort Street for Bridge Reconstruction

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Starting October 26, 2026, the city will close a section of Fort Street between 120th and 126th streets. The project involves bridge reconstruction and road widening.

Why it matters

The upgrade aims to improve traffic flow and pedestrian access through the addition of sidewalks and public paths near the Big Papillion Creek area.

The road will be expanded to 4 lanes of traffic once the reconstruction of the Fort Street bridge over Big Papillion Creek is complete. City officials will also hold a public meeting to discuss these plans.

The players

Saddlebrook Community Center

This local facility serves as the host venue for city-led informational sessions regarding regional infrastructure developments.

The details

Crews will perform extensive work between 120th Street and the entrance to Tranquility Park to install storm sewers, sidewalks, and public paths. Officials are hosting an informational meeting to explain the construction timeline and accept community feedback.

October 15, 2026: Public informational meeting at Saddlebrook Community Center.
October 26, 2026: Construction and road closures begin.

Market Landscape

This project aligns with long-term urban development strategies to modernize infrastructure in growing suburban corridors. By expanding capacity, the city aims to keep pace with regional traffic demands and safety requirements.

Drivers who regularly commute between 120th and 126th streets will need to find alternate routes starting October 26, 2026. Residents can attend the upcoming public meeting to learn more about how the road widening will affect local access.

The takeaway

Residents should review the proposed street changes at the informational meeting to understand potential traffic delays. Planning for alternate transit routes ahead of the October 26 construction date is recommended for those who work or live near Tranquility Park.

What happens next

City officials will host an informational meeting on October 15, 2026, at the Saddlebrook Community Center from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., featuring a formal presentation at 5:45 p.m.