FOR IMMEDIATE
RELEASE
Date: October 7,
2015
Contact: Sharon
North – 804.646.5607
Traffic Circle at
Robert E. Lee Statue Being Converted to Roundabout
~Intersection of Monument Avenue and Allen Avenue being
upgraded~
RICHMOND,
Va. –
Construction will begin on Friday, October 9 on a major transportation project designed
to improve traffic safety at the intersections of Monument Avenue and Allen
Avenue by converting the existing traffic circle into a modern roundabout. The
work is expected to last through early January 2016.
The scope of the work at the four legs, or
intersections, leading into the current circle includes the installation of
medians and corner island extensions, concrete sidewalks, ADA compliant curb ramps,
pedestrian crosswalks, signage, pavement markings and landscaping.
The improvements will create an easier and
safer means for motorists to travel through and pedestrians to cross the
intersecting roads.
Those
driving through the area may experience occasional single
lane closures. Allen Avenue may be closed at times during construction, however
proper work zone signage will be provided throughout the project construction.
The
total project cost is estimated at $550,000, with half being paid through VDOT
Revenue Sharing.
There
are currently seven roundabouts in the City and approximately four others
either under construction or in the planning stage.
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