N Fremont Ave Rehabilitation
What is the N. Fremont Ave Rehabilitation Project?
The N. Fremont Ave Rehabilitation Project is a comprehensive Complete Streets Improvements initiative aimed at improving pedestrian safety and use, rehabilitating the substandard roadway pavement, and enhancing the overall aesthetics of Fremont Ave. The project spans from Presstman St to West Lafayette Ave and affects the neighborhoods of Sandtown-Winchester and Upton.
What are the objectives of the project?
The primary objectives of the project are:
- Pedestrian Safety and Aesthetic Improvements: Enhancing pedestrian safety and the visual appeal of Fremont Ave and rehabilitating the roadway to provide a smoother riding surface.
- Traffic Calming: Implementing measures to calm traffic and address community safety concerns.
- Accessibility Improvements: Upgrading sidewalks and pedestrian ramps to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Roadway Rehabilitation: Resurfacing the deteriorating pavement to improve driving conditions.
- Drainage and Landscaping: Improve drainage and landscaping to enhance the neighborhood’s environment.
What specific improvements will be made?
The project includes several key improvements:
- Curb Extensions: Curb extensions will be provided to reduce crossing distances and improve sightlines for pedestrians.
- Planted Bump-outs: Bump-outs will be constructed in the parking lane, providing additional green space and calming traffic.
- Sidewalk and Curb Replacement: Damaged sidewalks and curbs will be replaced.
- ADA Compliance: To meet ADA standards, sidewalks, and pedestrian ramps will be upgraded.
- Traffic Signal and Lighting Upgrades: Traffic and street lighting will be upgraded, with pedestrian signals featuring audible and countdown functionalities.
- Water Main Replacement: The water main along N. Fremont Avenue within the limits of Presstman Street and W Lafayette Avenue will be replaced, including all fire hydrants, water valves, water meters, and service connections up to the property lines.
- Landscaping: The project will include new tree plantings, replacement of existing trees, and the introduction of low-maintenance vegetation.
What are the existing street conditions?
Before the project, Fremont Ave suffered from:
- Deteriorating Pavement: The road surface was in poor condition and required rehabilitation.
- Faded Pavement Markings: Many pavement markings were either missing or faded.
- Poor Sidewalk and Curb Conditions: Sidewalks and curbs were in disrepair.
- Non-ADA-Compliant Sidewalks: Sidewalks and ramps were not compliant with ADA standards.
- Invasive Vegetation and Empty Tree Pits: The area had issues with invasive vegetation and empty tree pits.
- Inadequate Drainage: Drainage issues contributed to the overall deterioration of the roadway and pedestrian infrastructure.
What are the planned project features?
The project will include the following features:
- Roadway Resurfacing: The roadway will undergo milling and paving to improve its condition and provide a smoother riding surface.
- Street and Pedestrian Lighting: Existing lighting will be upgraded to LED fixtures.
- Mid-Block Speed Tables: Speed tables with raised crosswalks will be installed at Robert St, Winchester St, and Pitcher St.
- Traffic Signal Replacement: Full signal and pole replacements at critical intersections, including Presstman St, Laurens St, and West Lafayette Ave.
- Street Corner Bump-outs: Bump-outs will be added at all signalized intersections along Fremont Ave and on side streets, reducing pedestrian crossing distances and adding opportunities for landscaping.
- Drainage Improvements: Enhanced drainage systems will be installed to address water runoff and prevent future damage to the roadway and sidewalks.
- Water Main Replacement:Replace approximately 3,400 LF of existing 6" - 10" cast iron water mains,
valves and hydrants along N Fremont Ave between Presstman St and W Lafayette Ave.
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N. Fremont Avenue Rehabilitation Project
Community Meeting (95% Design Phase)
**Join Us Thurs., 11/13/2025 • 6:00PM – 7:30PM**
📍 Shake & Bake Family Fun Center
1601 Pennsylvania Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Accessible by CityLink Lime, Navy, and Metro routesJoin The Conversation:
This upcoming meeting will:
• Provide an overview of the latest project development since the 65% design phase
• Present the latest design plans as it is nearing completion
• Give community members the opportunity to talk directly with DOT staff & project partners to discuss the design, ask questions, and share feedback prior to design completionProject Information:
The N. Fremont Avenue Rehabilitation Project extends from Presstman St. to W. Lafayette Avenue, spanning approximately a ½-mile through the Upton and Sandtown-Winchester neighborhoods (Council Districts 7, 9, and 11). This corridor connects local traffic to US-40, US-1, Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and Russell Street (MD-295). The goal of this project is to rehabilitate this stretch of roadway into a safer, more accessible, and visually cohesive corridor, supporting residents/pedestrians, businesses, and visitors alike.
What Will Be Touched On:
From the last Community Meeting at the 65% Design Phase (Sept 2022), we shared proposed corridor improvements and gathered community feedback on safety, lighting, landscaping, and accessibility. Since then, the projects design has progressed to 95% completion incorporating updates based on public and stakeholder feedback:
- ADA-compliant sidewalk and ramp reconstruction (10,800 sq. ft. of sidewalks; 30 pedestrian ramps)
- Traffic-calming measures including speed tables, all-way stops, and bump-outs
- Pedestrian lighting and new landscaping (76 trees, 190 shrubs, turf grass sod)
- Street furniture additions of trash receptacles and benches
- Traffic signal upgrades: N Fremont Ave. & Presstman St., N Fremont Ave. & Laurens St., and N Fremont Ave. & W. Lafayette Ave.
- Coordination with DPW for a new, design & funded, water main utility system which will be constructed under this project
Utility Coordination
DOT is coordinating closely with DPW, BGE, and Verizon to ensure proper sequencing and to avoid rework before starting roadway construction.
Anticipated DOT Construction Start: Spring 2027 – Spring 2029.
