A large sum of money has been made available at the federal level for infrastructure improvements in central Mississippi.
According to U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker’s office, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $19,947,355 grant for Hinds County and Madison.
The money will, in large part, be used to install ADA-compliant sidewalks on the East and West Interstate 55 frontage roads. There will also be an effort to mark pedestrian crossings, safety signage, crossing push buttons and displays, and lighting for the new sidewalks.
Glare screen fencing will be constructed on top of the concrete median of I-55. Raised medians with pedestrian refuge islands will be added.
Plans to add pedestrian facilities on County Line Road and Briarwood Drive over the interstate are also in the works.
