Contact (Media Only): Erik Linden (202) 671-2004
(Washington, DC) The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) advises motorists, residents and visitors that DDOT will be changing the traffic pattern for the final phase of reconstruction on the Connecticut Avenue underpass, which runs under Dupont Circle, NW.
On or about January 9, 2007, and running through February 2007, the traffic pattern will be:
- The northbound tunnel will maintain one lane of traffic running north at all times.
- The southbound tunnel will maintain one lane of traffic running south at all times.
The limits of work will be on Connecticut Avenue from R Street, NW, on the north side to N Street, NW, on the south side. Work hours are 7 am through 10 pm, Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturdays.
The rehabilitation—a $6 million project using a combination of federal and local funds—includes replacement of existing pavement with reinforced concrete pavement.
The first phase of the project, which began in May 2006, consisted of reconstructing the southbound underpass. The second phase featured reconstructing the northbound underpass. This final phase consists of reconstructing the medians temporarily removed for the first two phases in both underpasses. Work has also included upgrades to both the electrical and sewer drainage systems. The project is slated for completion in February 2007, weather permitting.
DDOT reminds motorists to use caution when traveling through the work zone and to expect minor delays.