Jordan Village Improvement Project

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The Jordan Village Improvement Project is a major undertaking by the Town of Lincoln to rebuild and improve the infrastructure in Jordan Village. The project will include low-impact development construction techniques and features to reduce factors of climate change. The project is expected to encourage active transportation and to enhance the area for residents, businesses and visitors.

For current project updates, see our News Feed below.

View the Before & After Photos of this transformative project!

Project Goals

The Jordan Village Improvement project will create an anchor destination for residents, businesses, and tourists by building a connected and beautified neighbourhood that focuses on safety, complete streets, landscape appeal, and local heritage.

This project will align with several of the Towns plans, including:

Project Highlights

Some of the key improvements this project will bring to Jordan Village include:

  • New signalized intersection at King Street and Nineteenth Street
  • Pedestrian Square at Main Street and King Street
  • Integration with new Jordan Museum and existing commercial district
  • Increased neighbourhood appeal through landscaping and roadway pavers
  • Focus on investing in the local tree canopy
  • Wayfinding pillars and signage
  • Improved decorative streetlighting
  • Dedicated cycling facilities and increased pedestrian connectivity
  • Community parking lot and arrival zone

Project Objectives

Many improvements to the existing infrastructure on Main St., Nineteenth St., Wismer St., and Twenty-First St. will be completed in order to meet the project goals.

These improvements fall under three categories and include:

1. Underground work:

  • New sanitary main servicing Nineteenth Street, Wismer Road and Main Street with the outflow on Twenty-First Street
  • Integration of new stormwater system with “Soil Cell” technology servicing all streets on the project with two (2) outflow areas:
    1. The intersection of Nineteenth Street and Fourth Avenue
    2. Into the existing outflow at Main Street and Twenty-First Street
  • New watermain servicing the area’s residents and businesses

2. Surface work:

  • Construction of new signalized intersection at King and Nineteenth Streets
  • Two (2) new three way stops along Nineteenth Street at Snure Lane and Wismer Street
  • Closing of Main Street’s access to King Street and the creation of pedestrian plaza
  • Combination of hot mix asphalt and roadway pavers for driving surfaces
  • Sidewalk construction on all streets
  • Dedicated cycle-path on both boulevards along Nineteenth Street
  • Two (2) Retaining Wall Systems:
    1. Main Street south Parking Lot
    2. Existing sidewalk along the Valley
  • New street lights on all streets
  • Construction of new roadway across from the Fire Hall - Snure Lane
  • Installation of wayfinding pillars at intersections

3. Aesthetic enhancements:

  • Enhanced electrical and street lighting component complete with ambient lights and wayfinding pillars
  • Extensive tree and shrub planting to enhance the area
  • Reconstruction and Enhancement of Existing Parking lots:
    1. Reconstruction of south parking lot on Main Street
    2. Reconstruction of parking lot next to Fire Hall
    3. New overflow lot behind Fire Hall)
  • Construction of a new road, Snure Lane

Phases of Work

Phase 4C is completed, ahead of schedule. Phase 5 work will commence in April 2024. See the construction updates below for details.

The Jordan Village Improvement Project is a major undertaking by the Town of Lincoln to rebuild and improve the infrastructure in Jordan Village. The project will include low-impact development construction techniques and features to reduce factors of climate change. The project is expected to encourage active transportation and to enhance the area for residents, businesses and visitors.

For current project updates, see our News Feed below.

View the Before & After Photos of this transformative project!

Project Goals

The Jordan Village Improvement project will create an anchor destination for residents, businesses, and tourists by building a connected and beautified neighbourhood that focuses on safety, complete streets, landscape appeal, and local heritage.

This project will align with several of the Towns plans, including:

Project Highlights

Some of the key improvements this project will bring to Jordan Village include:

  • New signalized intersection at King Street and Nineteenth Street
  • Pedestrian Square at Main Street and King Street
  • Integration with new Jordan Museum and existing commercial district
  • Increased neighbourhood appeal through landscaping and roadway pavers
  • Focus on investing in the local tree canopy
  • Wayfinding pillars and signage
  • Improved decorative streetlighting
  • Dedicated cycling facilities and increased pedestrian connectivity
  • Community parking lot and arrival zone

Project Objectives

Many improvements to the existing infrastructure on Main St., Nineteenth St., Wismer St., and Twenty-First St. will be completed in order to meet the project goals.

These improvements fall under three categories and include:

1. Underground work:

  • New sanitary main servicing Nineteenth Street, Wismer Road and Main Street with the outflow on Twenty-First Street
  • Integration of new stormwater system with “Soil Cell” technology servicing all streets on the project with two (2) outflow areas:
    1. The intersection of Nineteenth Street and Fourth Avenue
    2. Into the existing outflow at Main Street and Twenty-First Street
  • New watermain servicing the area’s residents and businesses

2. Surface work:

  • Construction of new signalized intersection at King and Nineteenth Streets
  • Two (2) new three way stops along Nineteenth Street at Snure Lane and Wismer Street
  • Closing of Main Street’s access to King Street and the creation of pedestrian plaza
  • Combination of hot mix asphalt and roadway pavers for driving surfaces
  • Sidewalk construction on all streets
  • Dedicated cycle-path on both boulevards along Nineteenth Street
  • Two (2) Retaining Wall Systems:
    1. Main Street south Parking Lot
    2. Existing sidewalk along the Valley
  • New street lights on all streets
  • Construction of new roadway across from the Fire Hall - Snure Lane
  • Installation of wayfinding pillars at intersections

3. Aesthetic enhancements:

  • Enhanced electrical and street lighting component complete with ambient lights and wayfinding pillars
  • Extensive tree and shrub planting to enhance the area
  • Reconstruction and Enhancement of Existing Parking lots:
    1. Reconstruction of south parking lot on Main Street
    2. Reconstruction of parking lot next to Fire Hall
    3. New overflow lot behind Fire Hall)
  • Construction of a new road, Snure Lane

Phases of Work

Phase 4C is completed, ahead of schedule. Phase 5 work will commence in April 2024. See the construction updates below for details.

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    Would you please let me know if the historical tunnel between Cave Springs and the Inn on Twenty was preserve? I’m hoping it was kept as tourist attraction. The historical significance and mystic of the bootlegging era is a huge draw to Jordan Village

    PatShannon asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question and your interest in the rich history of Jordan Village. 

    There was a concrete pedestrian tunnel crossing under Main Street connecting the Inn on the Twenty to the commercial building across the street which was removed this year during construction. 

    This was a private tunnel with no public access and it was used solely for the benefit of hotel staff and visitors. The structure itself appeared to be around 90 years old. The tunnel had no formal heritage designation and was in need of significant repair and continued maintenance to safely remain in service under the roadway. The Town had made efforts to maintain the tunnel and establish private partnerships, but it was determined not to be financially feasible. 

    We understand this is disappointing news, but we feel this course of action was in the best interest of the Town both now and in the future. We have documented records of the tunnel and the entry ways of the tunnel remain visible on either end for private tours. 

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    Can the King Street intersection not be moved up in the timeline as safety is more of a priority than aesthetics? That is a terrible intersection to cross with a vehicle, never mind as a person with a family or dog to walk. I understand there are some things that have to be taken into account logistically, but safety should be the absolute highest priority. Thanks!

    regiers asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question. This project is being completed in phases to limit the impacts to residents and businesses during construction. A variety of factors were considered in the ordering of the phases including constructability, servicing, traffic flow, movement of soil, and business operations.  This summer NPEI will be completing the utility relocation work required to enable the intersection construction. The Niagara Region is also planning to start construction on the Twenty Mile Creek Arch Bridge Replacement directly west of the intersection. Given these factors, the current plan is to complete the intersection construction in Spring 2024. If possible, we will work to accelerate this schedule.

    We agree safety is the absolute highest priority, and we appreciate the community’s patience as we work to improve the current infrastructure. 

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    19th road between Wiser and 4th seems to be very narrow, why is that?

    BobM asked over 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question. The road has been narrowed to allow space to for separated cycling and pedestrian facilities off-road. In addition, narrowing the road should also have a traffic calming affect.

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    Will existing overhead telephone/cable wiring be relocated underground.

    Kate asked about 2 years ago

    Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, overhead wires will be removed once new street lighting is installed. These services have been relocated underground as part of the utility relocation phase of the project.

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    Will King St be closed during Phase 5 of the project and if so, when will the affected local community be consulted regarding the detour/re-routing of traffic on King St?

    Davidcouch asked over 2 years ago

    Good Afternoon, David:

     

    Thank you for your inquiry. 

     

    King Street will remain open for the duration of the construction.  Daily lane closures will be controlled by a flag person as required.   The Town will continue to keep the community updated with any closures or detours as construction progresses.

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    Will this affect St. John's Drive?

    Bran Culp asked almost 3 years ago

    Hi Bran,  
    There will be no impact to St. Johns Drive.
    Please see the below picture of the construction limits.

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