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Pittsburgh, PA - Pittsburgh Regional Transit will begin paving the future bus-only lane on Fifth Avenue in Uptown next week as construction continues on the University Line project.
Beginning Monday, June 29, contractors will mill and pave the right lane of Fifth Avenue between Kirkpatrick Street at the Birmingham Bridge to Diamond Street.
The work is scheduled to take place between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and is expected to be completed by Friday, July 11, weather permitting.
Bus stops along the corridor will remain open whenever possible. However, individual bus stops may be temporarily closed as crews move through the work zone. Staff will be on site to direct riders to the nearest available stop if a temporary closure is necessary.
Motorists should expect Fifth Avenue to remain reduced to a single lane. Access to side streets may also close periodically to allow crews to move equipment and materials through the construction zone. Flaggers will be on site to assist with traffic.
Motorists are strongly encouraged to slow down, use caution, and watch for changing traffic patterns.
About the University Line
This work is part of the University Line bus rapid transit project, which aims to create a more reliable transit connection between Downtown, Uptown, and Oakland by adding dedicated bus lanes on Fifth and Forbes avenues. The project also includes a new two-way protected bike lane on Fifth Avenue, upgraded sidewalks and ADA-compliant curb ramps, improved traffic signals, and enhanced pedestrian safety features.
For more details and weekly construction updates, visit rideprt.org/brt or the University Line News Hub.
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