North Main St. Safety Improvements

The City of Akron has developed plans for several roadway safety improvements on North Main Street between the All-America Bridge and the High-Level Bridge over the Gorge (northern city limit). This safety project is a result of years of study and public engagement, beginning with Akron Better Block in 2015.

Improvements proposed as part of the project include resurfacing the pavement on North Main Street, removal of traffic signals (at Frances Avenue, and East Mildred Avenue), four new protected pedestrian crossings, a center turn lane in most of the corridor, buffered bike lanes in each direction, improved pedestrian and ADA facilities, and parking along most of the corridor. In addition, new traffic signals and street trees will be installed along with upgraded water main and other utility work.

These enhancements are intended to improve safety for all users – especially pedestrians and bike riders – and have been recommended as a result of an in-depth safety study performed in 2020. The study is available in the additional documents on the side of this page. As a key corridor in the city and including the Temple Square – North Hill Great Streets District, right-sizing this roadway for current and future traffic while improving walkability and overall pedestrian/bicyclist safety is expected to better meet the needs of the area.