Published on May 20, 2026
The City of Powell is starting a citywide sign inventory project to help ensure traffic and street name signs remain visible, up to date and compliant with current safety standards.
The project is scheduled to begin May 21 in The Chase and The Retreat neighborhoods before continuing throughout the City.
A contractor working on behalf of the City will inspect regulatory traffic signs and street name signs using GIS-enabled mobile technology. Crews will evaluate the condition and visibility of signs, collect GPS location data, photograph signs and document information such as sign type, post size and mounting details.
Part of the work includes testing sign retroreflectivity — the ability of a sign to reflect light and remain visible at night — using specialized equipment called a retroreflectometer. Signs also will be reviewed for compliance with the current manual of uniform traffic control devices standards. Any non-compliant signs will be identified along with recommended replacements.
All information collected during the project will be integrated into the City’s GIS system to help improve long-term maintenance planning and asset management.
Field data collection is expected to take about 12 weeks, followed by approximately six weeks of data review and GIS integration. Final project deliverables are expected by mid September 2026.
Residents may notice crews working in neighborhoods and along roadways during the project. All contractor staff will wear safety vests, carry identification badges and have informational handouts explaining the work being completed.
The City appreciates residents’ patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project moves forward.