Bridge Repairs: Van Dorn Over Duke Street
Project Summary
Phase: Construction
Status: Active
Location: Landmark/Van Dorn
Managing Dept.: Project Implementation
Sponsor Dept.: Transportation & Environmental Services
Project Description
This project consists of performing preventive, restorative maintenance, and repairs activities to prevent further deterioration of the bridge and extending the structure's service life. The scope includes concrete surface repairs, reseal expansion joint, reset/replace existing bearing plates, replace anchor bolt, reseal joints between concrete slop protection and abutments, and repair spalled and delaminated concrete on the piers, abutments and wingwalls.
Funding
Project Budget: $2,200,000
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Learn more about the Bridge Inspections and Maintenance program.
Schedule
- Planning: November 2022 - February 2023
- Design: March 2023 - October 2023
- Construction: October 2023 - March 2025
Construction
Construction Update
The project contractor was granted permission to start working on construction beginning April 1, 2024. Staff held an open house on April 4 to provide information about the upcoming construction activities and to address any questions or concerns. Variable Message Signs (VMSs) were installed to inform drivers of pending bridge construction and to expect delays. Active construction on site began by the end of the month.
Community Engagement
Community Events
The City held a pre-construction open house at Patrick Henry Recreation Center on Thursday, April 4, 2024.
Community Notice
The following letter from the Project Manager was distributed to community members adjacent to the project site:
What to Expect During Construction
Construction Hours
General Construction Activity
- Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Construction Impacts
Street Closures
- Periodic closure of a lane on Van Dorn Street and Duke Street near project area during the construction hours.