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 Update
Construction activity is scheduled to begin in April. The City will hold a pre-construction Open House at Patrick Henry Recreation Center on Thursday, April 4, from 6 - 7 p.m. See the Construction section below for more information.
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
Learn more about the City of Alexandria's Fiscal Year Budget.
Learn more about the Bridge Inspections and Maintenance program.
Schedule
- Planning: November 2022 - February 2023
- Design: March 2023 - October 2023
- Construction: October 2023 - April 2025
- Site Activity: Spring 2024 - Fall 2024
Construction
Site Activity
Site activity is scheduled to occur from April to September 2024 (weather contingent).
Community Engagement
The City is holding an open house for the community before construction begins to provide information and address any questions or concerns. The open house will be held at Patrick Henry Recreation Center, 4653 Taney Avenue, Multipurpose Room A, Alexandria, VA 22304 on Thursday, April 4, from 6 to 7 p.m.
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact lydia.durand@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4622, Virginia Relay 711.
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.