The New York State Department of Transportation recently kicked off a broad $40 million pavement rejuvenation project for 113 miles of I-87, also known as the Adirondack Northway – one of upstate New York’s busiest commuter corridors.
[Above photo by NYSDOT]
The initial $18.7 million phase of this effort will resurface I-87 from the Mohawk River to Exit 11, spanning the towns of Halfmoon, Clifton Park, and Malta. A second $22 million resurfacing effort is scheduled to begin later this spring, covering the Northway from U.S. Route 20 in the Town of Guilderland through Albany to the Mohawk River in the Town of Colonie.
“New York is making historic investments in our transportation network to ensure our infrastructure remains resilient and our economy remains strong,” said Marie Therese Dominguez, NYSDOT’s commissioner in a statement. “These projects will improve the driving experience for more than 100,000 daily travelers and ensure this vital roadway continues to serve the Capital Region, the North Country, and the entire state.”
In both projects, the aged top layer of the roadway will be removed and replaced with a high-performance, durable asphalt. This new asphalt incorporates a high-friction surface that improves traction and drainage, providing a critical safety benefit for motorists.
The agency said additional upgrades as part of the Northway project upgrades will include highly reflective pavement markings for better nighttime visibility, modernized traffic sensors for real-time traffic management, and, as needed, new guiderails. Sidewalk approaches to highway ramps will also be modernized to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, making them safer for pedestrians.
Originally constructed between 1957 and 1967, the Adirondack Northway was once honored as America’s Most Scenic Highway and was instrumental in the rapid suburban growth in the latter half of the 20th century. These renewal projects ensure the historic route continues to meet the demands of the 21st century.
NYSDOT said this project is expected to be completed by the end of the 2026 construction season, with the exception of a two-mile stretch between the Mohawk River and Exit 8 in Halfmoon. That stretch will be completed in summer 2027 to accommodate a bridge construction project already scheduled to begin later in 2026, the agency said.
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