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UPCOMING ROAD CLOSURES AND CONSTRUCTION (updated 01/21/2011
As with all road construction projects, inclement weather may require adjustments to the schedules, including the possibility of postponement. The NPS will continue to inform the public and the media of any adjustments in the work schedules. Every effort will be made to minimize traffic delays and accomplish the work in a timely manner. The NPS regrets any inconvenience and appreciates all motorists' understanding and patience.
Clara Barton Parkway --- D.C. Water Odor Abatement Project at Little Falls
D.C. Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) continues to work along the Clara Barton Parkway on one of the odor abatement facilities for the Potomac Interceptor. The location of this facility is approximately three miles outbound from Chain Bridge. At all times motorists should be alert to construction vehicles entering and exiting onto the Clara Barton Parkway from the adjacent construction site at the Little Falls pumping station. This is a large-scale construction project that is anticipated to last until spring 2012.
Boundary Channel Bridge on the GWMP (a.k.a. "Humpback" Bridge)
This project is almost complete. Monday through Friday the contractor may close a lane to repair minor punch list items from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Variable message boards will alert the drivers on the day of the activity.
There will be no lane closures during rush hours, Monday through Fridays (5:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
The general public is also directed to contact the Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division via its website at http://www.efl.fhwa.dot.gov/projects/traffic-humpback-bridge.aspxfor the most up-to-date information or by calling 1-800-892-8776 and press #3 for construction information.
Work Continues for the Arlington Potomac Interceptor; Arlington Potomac Interceptor/Dominion Virginia Power begin duct bank relocation work
The Arlington County Board, in cooperation with the National Park Service (NPS), is relocating an electrical duct bank as part of the long- term Potomac Interceptor sewer project. Dominion Virginia Power construction crews are performing this work on the southeast side of Memorial Avenue between the Women In Military Service for America Memorial and the Arlington National Cemetery Visitors Center.
The Dominion Virginia Power Contractors, along with the NPS / U.S. Park Police, have temporarily closed the sidewalk on the southeast side of Memorial Avenue.
There will be no road construction work performed during daytime hours. Construction crews will work during evening or nighttime hours. Any lane closures along Memorial Avenue will have signs to divert traffic.
It is anticipated this work will cause minimal disruption to motorists; however, the work will affect pedestrians. The sidewalk on the southeast side of Memorial Avenue will be closed to pedestrians. Pedestrians/Visitors walking in the area should use the crosswalk outside the Arlington National Cemetery Visitors Center.
