Notice of Availability of Categorical Exclusion document

Notice of Availability of Categorical Exclusion document

Hull Street over Manchester Canal bridge replacement

State Project: U0360-127-035; UPC 113290
The City of Richmond

Proposed Project:

This project will replace the existing poor rated bridge on Hull Street spanning the Manchester Canal. Construction of the bridge will be staged, maintaining two lanes of vehicle traffic and one sidewalk across the canal. The new bridge will be a simple span bridge with architectural features consisting of 8.5-ft raised sidewalks on both sides and 44-ft of deck for vehicles and bicycles

Environmental Document Review:

The City of Richmond is announcing the availability of the Categorical Exclusion (CE) Document completed for this project, with concurrence from VDOT and FHWA. The environmental document is available for public review and comment on the City’s website at the following link: https://rva.gov/sites/default/files/2026-01/113290%20Draft%20CE_0.pdf

Written Request:

By this notice the City of Richmond is indicating the availability of the Categorical Exclusion document for public review and comment. You may request additional information or ask questions specific to the CE Document and its supporting information by sending a written request stating your concerns postmarked by on or before February 13, 2026.

Send comments and questions to:

        Thomas.Westbrook@rva.gov

        or

        City of Richmond, Department of Public Works

        900 E. Broad St, Rm 603

        Richmond VA 23219

        Attn: Thomas Westbrook

Questions or Special Assistance:

Questions regarding this project should be directed to Thomas Westbrook at Thomas.Westbrook@rva.gov

Please use the Subject Line “113290 NEPA CE Comments”

The City of Richmond ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Lane Closure – Marshall Street between 21st Street and 25th Street

Traffic Advisory

January 30, 2026

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: February 2 through February 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Marshall Street between 21st Street and 25th Street (in the 7th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Placing asphalt patches in the roadway and pouring concrete to repair sidewalks.

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

###

 

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 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 issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share 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 – 21st Street between Marshall Street and Broad Street

Traffic Advisory

January 30, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – 21^st Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: February 5 through February 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: 21st Street between Marshall Street and Broad Street (in the 7th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Placing asphalt patches in the roadway and pouring concrete to repair sidewalks.

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

###

 

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 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 issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share 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 & Street Closure - Forest Hill Ave and Bliley Rd.

Traffic Advisory

January 30, 2026

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

 

 

Lane & Street Closure - Forest Hill Ave and Bliley Rd.

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane & Street Closure
 
WHEN: February 9 through February 13 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Forest Hill Avenue and Bliley Road Street (in the 4th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Removing existing signal poles and mast arms to replace around the intersection of Forest Hill Ave and Bliley Rd. As part of a traffic signal replacement installation project at the intersection.

Some travel lanes through this intersection may be temporarily closed during this process. Therefore, motorist must pay special attention to the signage during these days.

###

 

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 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 issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share 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

2900 East Franklin Street between 29th and 31st streets

 

Traffic Advisory | Street Closure: 2900 East Franklin Street

WHO: City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA)     WHAT: Street Closure    WHEN: Now, January 29 until further notice WHERE: 2900 East Franklin Street between 29th and 31st streets BACKGROUND: Due to snowstorm related conditions, this closure is necessary to ensure public safety.

700 West 26th Street (northbound) between Stonewall and Riverside Drive

 

Street Closure: West 26th Street

 

WHO: City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA)    WHAT: Street Closure   WHEN: January 29 until further notice  WHERE: 700 West 26th Street (northbound) between Stonewall and Riverside Drive  BACKGROUND: This closure is necessary to ensure public safety.   ###   The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 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 issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share 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 & Street Closure – 7th Street

Traffic Advisory

January 16, 2026

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

 

 

Lane & Street Closure – 7th Street

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane & Street Closure
 
WHEN: January 20 through January 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: 7th Street between East Cary Street and East Byrd Street (in the 6th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Coastal Fiber will be performing an open cut installation of fiber optic cable. The parking lane from 7th Street and Cary Street to the intersection of 7th Street and Byrd Street will be closed.

RPD is to assist with the traffic control at the intersection of Byrd and 7th Streets.

###

 

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 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 issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share 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