Street/Alley Closure – intersecting with Atwell Drive

 

                                                                                                                                                    

Traffic Advisory

September 3, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                           Street/Alley Closure – Atwell Drive

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: September 4 through September 15 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: The alley that runs south to north and intersects with Atwell. The alley ends on the backside of the southeastern corner of 2507 Richmond Highway (in the 8th voter district.

BACKGROUND: The area will be closed for paving. Access to businesses will be maintained.  

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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

Advisory: Victim Identified in Sussex Street Homicide Investigation

September 2, 2025    

  Victim Identified in Sussex Street Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the Sussex Street homicide investigation as Christopher Barlow, 47, of Richmond.

At approximately 8:52 a.m., Saturday, August 30, officers were called to the 1900 block of Sussex Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Barlow, on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Advisory: Sussex Street Death Investigation

 August 30, 2025    

 

Sussex Street Death Investigation

                                       

Today at approximately 8:52 a.m., officers were called to the 1900 block of Sussex Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

 

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Lane Closure – Cary and Belvidere Streets

 

 

                                                                                                                                                    

Traffic Advisory

August 28, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                           Lane Closure – Cary and Belvidere Streets

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: August 28 (in progress) through 7 a.m. on August 29

WHERE: The following lanes are temporarily closed at the intersection of Cary Street and Belvidere Street

·         The SB left-turn lane from Belvidere onto Cary Street

• The SB left-hand through lane on Belvidere, and
• The EB turn lane on Cary toward Belvidere going North  

BACKGROUND: The lanes are closed to allow the concrete to properly set after emergency repairs to the traffic signal vault earlier today. Please use caution and follow posted signs. Thank you for your patience.

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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 – Midlothian Turnpike and 32nd Street

                                                                                                                                                   

Traffic Advisory

August 21, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                           Lane Closure – Midlothian Turnpike and 32^nd Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: August 27 through August 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Midlothian Turnpike at 32nd Street (5th Voter District)

BACKGROUND: As part of a traffic signal installation project at the intersection of Midlothian Turnpike and 32nd Street, there will be intermittent lane closures to allow the contractor to install pavement markings at the intersection. Please slow down and pay attention to the 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

Street Closure – Idlewood Avenue at Arthur Ashe Boulevard

 

                                                                                                                                                  

Traffic Advisory

August 21, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                           Street Closure – Idlewood Avenue at Arthur Ashe Boulevard

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: August 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Idlewood Avenue at Arthur Ashe Boulevard (5th Voter District)

BACKGROUND: As part of a traffic signal replacement project at the aforementioned intersection, Idlewood Avenue will be temporarily closed to allow the contractor to install conduit. 

Detour Information:

·         Westbound Idlewood Avenue will be closed between S. Arthur Ashe Blvd. and S. Colonial Ave.

 Traffic will continue south on S. Arthur Ashe Blvd.

• Right onto Blanton Ave.
• Right onto S. Sheppard St.
• Detour will end at Idlewood Ave. and S. Sheppard St.

 ·         Eastbound Idlewood Avenue will be closed between S. Colonial Ave. and S. Arthur Ashe Blvd.

• Left onto S. Colonial Ave.
• Right onto W. Cary St.
• Right onto S. Arthur Ashe Blvd.
• Detour will end at Idlewood Ave. and S. Arthur Ashe Blvd.  

 

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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

Alley Closure: between Willway Avenue , E. Lock Lane, Cary Street and Grove Avenue

 

                                                                                                                                                   

Traffic Advisory

August 20, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                             Alley Closure – between Willway Avenue and E. Lock Lane

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Alley Closure
 
WHEN: August 25 through August 29 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Alley between Willway Avenue and East Lock Lane and surrounded by Cary Street and Grove Avenue (1st Voter District)

BACKGROUND:  The alley will be closed intermittently throughout the day for paving.

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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

Street Closure: Hull Street between East Commerce Road and West 9th Street

                                                                                                                                                     

Traffic Advisory

August 14, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                                                  Street Closures: Hull Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: Starting at 11 p.m. on Sunday, August 17 and ending at 12 p.m. on Monday, August 18

WHERE: Hull Street between East Commerce Road and West 9th Street

BACKGROUND:  The area will be closed to pour concrete at 812 Hull Street.  

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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: Three Chopt Road between Grove Avenue and St. Andrews Lane

 

                                                                                                                                                   

Traffic Advisory

August 6, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                                             Lane Closure: Three Chopt  Road

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: August 11 through August 18 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: 6000 block of Three Chopt Road between Grove Avenue and St. Andrews Lane (1st voter district)

BACKGROUND:  The lane will closed to work on the sidewalk.  

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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: Patterson Avenue between Glendale Drive and Hollins Road

 

 

                                             Lane Closure: Westview Avenue  

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: August 6 through August 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Patterson Avenue between Glendale Drive and Hollins Road (1st voter district)

BACKGROUND:  The lane will be closed one block at a time to allow the contractor to perform maintenance and upgrades on the utility poles. Residents within the work area closure will have access to their homes.  

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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

Forest Hill Avenue between Riverside and Fairlee Road

 

                                                                                                                                                   

Traffic Advisory

July 25, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                                             Lane Closure: Forest Hill Avenue  

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: July 28 through August 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Forest Hill Avenue between Riverside and Fairlee Road. (4th voter district)

BACKGROUND:  The lane will be closed to allow the contractor to complete utility work in the road.   

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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

Street Closure: 1001 Mosby Street between P and R streets

 

 

                                                                                                                                                    

Traffic Advisory

July 14, 2025

Contact:
Paige Hairston – 804-646-3659 (Office)

                            804-385-0409 (Cell) 

 

 

                                             Street Closure: Mosby Street  

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: Starting at 8 a.m. on July 17 and ending at 8 p.m. on July 21

WHERE: 1001 Mosby Street between P and R streets (7th voter district)

BACKGROUND:  The area will be closed to complete the painting of street murals near Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School This work is part of the Office of Equitable Transit and Mobility’s ‘Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper’ Program aimed at making temporary enhancements to improve pedestrian safety while permanent solutions are developed and funded.   

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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