After more than a year of extensive infrastructure work, two major road projects, the Remington Avenue Streetscape Phases I & II and Old Albany Road Project, are now nearing completion. The key city corridors are undergoing a variety of improvements that will deliver long-term benefits for both residents and travelers.
According to City Manager Chris White, the projects will improve roadway safety and conditions, infrastructure, and connectivity. “These major projects have not only provided opportunities to add sidewalks and improve traffic and connectivity but opportunities to upgrade our aging infrastructure.”
Once complete, project improvements will include:
Old Albany Road
- Infrastructure upgrades: stormwater improvements
- Roadway improvements: milling/resurfacing of entire project area
- Pedestrian safety & connectivity: new sidewalks; construction of new pedestrian bridge; and new pedestrian crosswalk near Hunters Chase Apartments with rapid flash beacon
Remington Avenue Streetscape Phases I & II
- Pedestrian safety & connectivity: new sidewalks
- Infrastructure upgrades: stormwater, water, & wastewater improvements
- Roadway improvements: milling/resurfacing of entire project area
- Roadway safety: Concrete median added in the lane section of Remington Avenue near East Pinetree Boulevard for right-in/right-out and new Butler-Mason YMCA driveway
- Speed reduction measures: Construction of roundabout at the intersection of Remington Avenue, Kern Street and Reid Street; 3-way signalized traffic light added at the Remington/Covington Avenue intersection; and reduction of the road width along Remington Avenue & Kern Street.
Construction on Phase I of the Remington Avenue Streetscape began in May 2025. In October 2025, the Thomasville City Council approved Phase II, expanding the project to extend sidewalks from the new roundabout to East Pinetree Boulevard. “The Phase I budget included sidewalks from Smith Avenue to the new roundabout,” said White. “We’re grateful that our City Council prioritized pedestrian safety by approving Phase II to extend the sidewalks to East Pinetree Boulevard.”
In June 2026, construction also began on a retention pond near the Thomas County Emergency Services building and Butler-Mason YMCA to maximize stormwater improvements in the area. The addition of Phase II sidewalks, retention pond construction, and some weather-related delays have extended the Remington Avenue Streetscape Project beyond its originally anticipated one-year completion timeframe. However, completing these improvements together will enhance pedestrian connectivity, improve stormwater management, and avoid future disruption to the newly resurfaced roadway.
Federally funded by the Federal Highway Administration through the Georgia Department of Transportation, construction along Old Albany Road began in June of 2025. “Although this is a Georgia Department of Transportation project, we’re excited to have this federal investment in our community as it also aligns with our comprehensive plan,” said White. “It’s adding important infrastructure improvements while also increasing connectivity and economic opportunity by connecting non-drivers to jobs, education, services, and community amenities.”
The final phase of each project involves milling and resurfacing of the roadways. This is scheduled to begin on the Old Albany Road Project the week of September 8 and on the Remington Avenue Streetscape Project on October 5.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to residents for their patience and understanding throughout the past year as our staff and contractors worked to enhance these critical corridors,” said White. “City leadership and our City Council remain steadfast in their commitment to addressing aging infrastructure and roadway improvements, recognizing their essential role in supporting the quality of life of our citizens. We are dedicated to advancing these capital projects for the long-term benefit of the community.”
For more information about these projects, please contact Ricky Zambrano, Public Information Manager, by phone at 229-227-7041 or email at ricky.zambrano@thomasville.org.