Street Closure – 31st/Williamsburg Avenue Intersection

Traffic Advisory

November 19, 2025

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

 

 

Street Closure – South 31st Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: November 20 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: 99-1 South 31st Street. (31st/Williamsburg Avenue Intersection) (in the 7th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Required for the ongoing construction at East Main Street and Williamsburg Avenue. De-energizing street lighting is required for underground utility activities.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closures Extended - Various Locations

Traffic Advisory

November 14, 2025

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

 

 

Lane Closure EXTENDED - Various Locations

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: In progress till November 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: In the 2, 3, and 7 voter districts:

For conduit and junction box Installation:

-       Along 25th Street between Broad Street and Grace Street

-       Along Marshall Street between 25th Street and 21st Street

-       Along 21st Street between Marshall Street and Broad Street

For paving and sidewalk repair:

-       Along Hermitage Road between Laburnum Avenue and Westbrook Avenue

-       Along Westbrook Avenue between Hermitage Road and Brook Road

-       Along Jackson Street between 1st Street and 3rd Street

-       Along 25th Street between Broad Street and Grace Street

-       -Along Marshall Street between 25th Street and 21st Street

BACKGROUND: There will be intermittent lane and sidewalk closures during this process. Motorists and pedestrians must pay special attention to the construction signage.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure - East Broad Street

Traffic Advisory

November 14, 2025

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

 

                                                    Lane Closure – East Broad Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: November 17 through March 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: East Broad Street from North 32nd to North 36th (Chimborazo Park) (in the 7th voter district)

BACKGROUND: The project consists of sidewalk installation, pavement removal, curb extension installation, crosswalk installation, and ADA curb ramp installations.

Closure Specifics:

- Eastbound Parking Lane from North 33rd to park's exit onto East Broad. (Fully)

- Westbound Parking Lane from Chimborazo Boulevard to North 33rd Street. (Partially)

- Parking/Travel Lanes within the entrance & exit of Chimborazo Park.

- Travel Lanes: Between Chimborazo Boulevard & the park's exit.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – 7100 block of Cherokee Road

 

 

 

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities (https://twitter.com/DPUStreetNews) 
 
WHAT: Roadway and Stormwater Drainage Improvements

WHEN:  Monday, November 10 through Friday, December 5, weather permitting from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm each day.

WHERE: 7100 block of Cherokee Road

PROJECT SCOPE:  Roadway and Drainage Improvements

 

PROJECT IMPACTS: Starting Monday, November 10, crews will conduct roadway repairs and stormwater drainage improvements at the 7100 block of Cherokee Road from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm until Friday, December 5. Traffic control measures will be in place as a detour will be implemented from Old Westham Road and South Drive. This project is expected to be completed in four weeks, weather permitting and barring any other unforeseen circumstances.

 

For these and other utility related street closures follow us on Twitter @DPUStreetNews.

 

For the most current and up to date information regarding emergency repairs, maintenance and road closures in your area, the City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities encourages you to download CivicReady. Stay updated, stay informed, stay ready.

Street Closure Extended - Broad Rock Road between Prince Hall and 34th Street

Traffic Advisory

October 22, 2025

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

 

 

                                              Street Closure – Broad Rock Road  

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure EXTENDED
 
WHEN: In progress until November 6 at 2 p.m.

WHERE: Broad Rock Road between Prince Hall and 34^th Street (in the 9th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Closure of Broad Rock Road between Prince Hall and 34th Street extended to allow utility work necessary for the city to continue construction of James River Branch Trail.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – Various Locations

Traffic Advisory

Date

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

 

 

Lane Closure – Various Locations

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: November 2 through November 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: In the 2^nd, 3^rd, and 7^th voter districts:

For Installations:

-       25th Street between Broad Street and Grace Street

-       Marshall Street between 25th Street and 21st Street

-       21st Street between Marshall Street and Broad Street

For Paving:

-       Azalea Avenue between Brook Road and Chamberlayne Avenue

-       Chamberlayne Avenue between Azalea Avenue and Laburnum Avenue

-       Laburnum Avenue between Chamberlayne Avenue and Brook Road

-       Jackson Street between 1st Street and 3rd Street

-       25th Street between Broad Street and Grace Street

-       Marshall Street between 25th Street and 21st Street

 BACKGROUND: There will be intermittent lane and sidewalk closures during this process. Motorists and pedestrians must pay special attention to the construction signage.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – Various Locations

Traffic Advisory

November 3, 2025

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

                            

 

                                                Lane Closure – Various Locations

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: November 7 through November 21 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHERE: 

in the 5^th and 1^st voter districts:

• South Thompson Street from West Cary Street to Floyd Avenue
• Floyd Avenue from South Thompson Street to Berrington Court
• Berrington Court from Floyd Avenue to Grove Avenue

BACKGROUND: Replacing the traffic signal communication cable. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution and follow all posted work zone signs and directions during this period.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure: Marshall Street

Traffic Advisory

November 3, 2025

Contact:
Paige Bell – 804-646-4453 (Office)

                            

 

                                                Lane Closure – Marshall Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: November 10 through November 28 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Marshall Street between 5th Street and 12th Street (in the 6th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Replacing the traffic signal communication cable. There will be intermittent lane and sidewalk closures during this process. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution and follow all posted work zone signs and directions during this period.

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share and scooter program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1