News Release

Arlington Memorial Bridge closure postponed

Date: November 1, 2019
Contact: Jonathan Shafer, [phone]

WASHINGTON— The National Park Service (NPS) has postponed the previously announced weekend closure of Arlington Memorial Bridge. The closure is now scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15 and will last until 5 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 18. The change will allow the construction contractor to resequence work to prepare for the next phase of construction.

 

The total rehabilitation of Arlington Memorial Bridge began in fall 2018 and remains on schedule. So far, workers have:
 

• Replaced the concrete structures that support the southside of the bridge.

• Installed new pre-cast concrete panels to replace half of the bridge deck.

• Placed new steel beams on the southside of the bridge.

• Cleaned, repaired and reinstalled the bridge’s historic granite balustrade.

 

The bridge’s 10-ton load restriction is in effect for the duration of the project.

 

Check online for updates at go.nps.gov/MemorialBridge.

 

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#MoreThanABridge Since its dedication in 1932, Arlington Memorial Bridge has served as a monument to national sacrifice and valor—a symbol of reunification, spanning the historic divisions of the North and South. As one of the largest transportation infrastructure projects in National Park Service history, the rehabilitation of Arlington Memorial Bridge will give new life to our Capital’s ceremonial entrance while respecting its character, history and national significance. Learn more at go.nps.gov/memorialbridge