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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 12, 2020
Media Contacts:
Lauren Stephens – (202) 465-6112, lauren.stephens@dc.gov
Mariam Nabizad – (202) 359-2678, mariam.nabizad@dc.gov
Traffic Pattern Changes on New York Ave NW and New Jersey Avenue NW Beginning June 15, 2020
(Washington, DC) - The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) advises motorists to expect traffic pattern changes on New York Ave from First Street NW to Fourth Street NW and southbound New Jersey Avenue NW from N Street NW to New York Avenue NW starting on or about Monday, June 15, weather permitting.
This traffic pattern shift is necessary to begin the next phase of operations on the Safety Improvements on New Jersey Avenue NW project. The following changes will be in place:
- Traffic on New York Avenue NW between First Street NW and Fourth Street NW will be shifted to allow for the construction of the center lanes and southern most lanes of New York Avenue. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained at all times in each direction.
- Southbound traffic on 3rd Street NW between New Jersey Avenue NW and New York Avenue NW, will be shifted to southbound New Jersey Avenue NW. Southbound traffic will remain on New Jersey Avenue NW to make a right turn onto New York Avenue. Traffic will no longer be able to access New York Avenue via 3rd
Traffic controls will be in place to guide motorists through the work zone safely. Motorists should expect delays due to the lane closures, and are advised to stay alert and be observant of signage and road work crews while traveling in this area.
Curbside parking will continue to be restricted while work is underway between North Capitol Street NW and Fifth Street NW. Emergency No Parking signs will be posted a minimum of 72 hours before the start of construction. Sidewalk detours will also be in place while sidewalk repair is in progress. Signage and protective barriers will be used to maintain public safety.
For more information about the Safety Improvements on New Jersey Avenue NW project and to stay up-to-date on traffic related impacts and construction progress, please visit www.newjerseyaverehab.com.
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