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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 24, 2021
Media Contacts:
Mariam Nabizad – (202) 359-2678, mariam.nabizad@dc.gov
Temporary Lane Closures for Florida Avenue NW and 9th Street NW Reconstruction Project
(Washington, D.C.) - The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will temporarily close lanes (off Peak Hours) on 9th Street NW, from U Street NW to W Street NW. These lane closures are scheduled to start on Monday, September 27, 2021, extending through Friday, October 8, weather permitting.
Work will also continue on 9th Street NW between T Street NW and U Street NW, behind the temporary concrete barrier.
These closures are required for construction activities associated with the following DDOT project:
Florida Avenue NW/9th Street NW Reconstruction Project
DDOT is reconstructing Florida Avenue and 9th Street NW from T Street to Barry Place NW to provide safer access for all modes and improve the conditions of the existing roadway, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities. The project includes updating and installing landscaping, drainage, waterline, traffic signals, streetlights, bike lanes and shared use lanes.
For more information about the Florida Avenue NW/9th Street NW Reconstruction Project and to stay up-to-date on traffic related impacts and construction progress, please visit https://rebrand.ly/FloridaAveNW or www.ddot.dc.gov.
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.
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