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A granite-edged island with a fire hydrant sits at the corner of the intersection, with the Reading train station behind. Photo from the Town of Reading.
The Town of Reading has announced that the intersection of High Street, Haven Street, and Chute Street will reopen by October 30. The new raised intersection marks a major milestone in the Downtown Streetscape project.
What drivers should know
The new raised intersection at High, Haven, and Chute streets feauring brick sidewalks and granite-edged planting areas. Photo from the Town of Reading.
Drivers in the area should use caution, as the intersection's geometry and appearance have changed. The town will place temporary concrete blocks to protect the plaza while the community adjusts to the new design, and it will install permanent decorative bollards in a later phase of the project.
Support local businesses
The town thanked residents for their patience as construction continues and invited the community to celebrate the milestone by visiting the area and patronizing local businesses.
Textured paving fills the raised intersection near the commuter rail crossing. Photo from the Town of Reading.
What’s next
Work on sidewalks, traffic signals, street lighting, landscaping, and final paving will continue, with project completion anticipated in 2027.
For more information on the project phasing timeline, budget, and weekly updates, visit the High Street Downtown Streetscape Project page.
