Alachua County Public Works began construction in late February on the Northwest 122nd Street (Parker Road) extension, a $2.5 million project aimed at improving connectivity, safety and accessibility in western Alachua County.
The effort extends Northwest 122nd Street from Newberry Road (State Road 26) to Northwest 17th Avenue, adding a new two-lane, two-way roadway to support current traffic and future growth.
The project includes a 10-foot-wide multiuse path for pedestrians and cyclists, providing safer and more accessible travel options for residents. Crews are also implementing drainage improvements to strengthen long-term roadway performance and resilience.
A key component of the extension is the creation of new connections to Northwest 13th Avenue and Northwest 17th Avenue. These links are expected to improve neighborhood circulation, enhance access to nearby communities such as South Pointe, and streamline daily commutes. Officials say the added routes will also improve emergency response by providing more direct access for first responders.
This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Work continues on $2.5M Northwest 122nd Street extension project
Reporting by Alan Youngblood, Gainesville Sun / The Gainesville Sun
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