South 56th Street and Yankee Hill Road intersection to open Wednesday

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The South 56th Street and Yankee Hill Road intersection will reopen at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, the city of Lincoln announced.

A roundabout has been installed in the intersection.

Hey Lincoln! The new roundabout at South 56th Street and Yankee Hill Road is now open!#LTULNK #LNK pic.twitter.com/FQBpRCabou
— Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) (@LTULNK) December 2, 2020

The area had been closed since June. This safety improvement project includes:

A roundabout at the intersection
Resurfacing
LED street lighting
Storm sewer improvements
Drainage improvements

Work behind the curb may continue through December. Final grading, seeding and pavement markings will be completed in spring 2021. This safety improvement project was coordinated with the resurfacing of South 56th Street between Bridle Lane and Thompson Creek Boulevard to minimize impacts to residents and the traveling public.

Drivers are reminded to exercise caution around work zones. Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) appreciates the public’s patience throughout these projects.