Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:18 PM - For Immediate Release
Elkhorn Boulevard Extension Wins APWA Project of the Year Award
Sacramento, CA – The Sacramento Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) has honored the Elkhorn Boulevard Extension with the prestigious Project of the Year award in the Transportation - Road Category.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) travelers now have a new award-winning roadway option: the Elkhorn Boulevard Extension. This project enhances airport access by providing a secondary connection to the airport campus in addition to the main I-5 interchange. The extension features a one-mile, four-lane road complete with curbs, gutters, sidewalks, ramps, a traffic signal, and signage, facilitating a seamless connection between the Airport and the California Freight Network. The project’s completion also paves the way for future developments at Metro Air Park, including hotels, restaurants, and other travel-supportive amenities.
This accolade recognizes the project for its excellence in management, administration, design, sustainability, construction, and community relations. The award also celebrates the collaboration among the managing agency, designer, contractor, and construction management team.
Funding for the Elkhorn Boulevard Extension was supported by a State’s Trade Corridor Enhancement Program grant, which reimbursed construction eligible costs up to $11,000,000.
The successful delivery of this project was a result of the dedicated efforts of multiple departments and agencies over several years:
Lead Agency and Project Owner: Sacramento County Department of Airports
Roadway Design: Sacramento County Department of Transportation with NCE
Water Supply Design: Sacramento County Water Agency
Utility Coordination: Sacramento County Department of General Services
Environmental Permits: Sacramento County Planning and Environmental Review
Construction Management and Inspection: Sacramento County Construction Management & Inspection Division with TRC
The Sacramento County Department of Airports is responsible for planning, developing, operating and maintaining the county’s four airports: Sacramento International Airport, Executive Airport, Mather Airport and Franklin Field. Sacramento International Airport offers more than 155 daily nonstop flights on 12 domestic and international carriers to 36 destinations. The regional economic impact of the Sacramento County Department of Airports is more than $4 billion annually. For more information, visit sacramento.aero.