(Washington, DC)—The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will temporarily close single lanes on the following roadways for bridge and tunnel inspections beginning April 5 through 7 2021, weather permitting. The work zones and hours of operation are as follows:
Ramp from Northbound South Capitol Street, S.W. to SW Freeway/I-695 over South Capitol Street, S.W. and under SW Freeway/I-695, left lane closure of the ramp from Northbound South Capitol Street, S.W. to Westbound S.W. Freeway/I-695 under S.W. Freeway/I-695 on Monday, April 5, during the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Eastbound Southeast Freeway/I-695 over 8th Street, S.E., left lane closure of Eastbound Southeast Freeway/I-695 over 8th Street, S.E., followed by a right lane closure of Eastbound Southeast Freeway/I-695 over 8th Street, S.E. on Wednesday, April 7, during the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Westbound Southeast Freeway/I-695 Entry Ramp over 8th Street, S.E. from 11th Street, S.E., right lane closure of Westbound Southeast Freeway/I-695 entry ramp over 8th Street, S.E. from 11th Street, S.E., on Wednesday, April 7 during the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Traffic controls will be in place to warn drivers approaching the areas. Motorists should anticipate moderate-to-heavy delays due to the lane closures. Drivers are advised to stay alert while traveling through these locations and to be observant of the inspection personnel.
