Thursday, March 12, 2026

Street Closure – Hopkins Road; 1200 Richmond Highway Closure Addendum

Traffic Advisory

March 12, 2026

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

 

 

Street Closure – Hopkins Road; 1200 Richmond Highway Closure Correction

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: March 12 to April 29

WHERE: A section of Hopkins Road from Richmond Highway to the train tracks (in the 8th voter district)

BACKGROUND:

            Work Includes:

-       Install 12” Water main Connecting to Rt 1 and Hopkins Road existing water mains

-       Install Hopkins Road curb gutter, concrete medians, and ADA, sign island

-       Install signal control cabinet, and underground connections new signalized intersection

-       Install pedestrian crossing control devices

-       Milling asphalt travel surface

-       Install temporary pavement markings

 

Detour Route:

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – Caledonia Road

Traffic Advisory

February 10, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – Caledonia Road

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: March 13 to March 20 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Caledonia Road from Peterborough Road to Westover Hills Boulevard (in the 4th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Resurfacing

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – Augusta Avenue

Traffic Advisory

March 12, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – Augusta Avenue

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: March 16 to March 23 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Augusta Avenue between Westmoreland Street to a little past Staples Mill Rd (in the 1st voter district)

BACKGROUND: Resurfacing

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – Malvern Gardens Area

Traffic Advisory

March 12, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – Malvern Gardens Area

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: March 17 to March 24 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: In the 1st voter district:

-       Wythe Avenue

-       Malvern Avenue

-       Bromley Lane

-       West Franklin Street

-       Park Avenue

BACKGROUND: Resurfacing

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1


Lane Closure – 4801 Bromley Lane

Traffic Advisory

March 12, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – 4801 Bromley Lane

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: March 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: 4801 Bromley Lane between Chantilly Street and Spokane Street (in the 1st voter district)

BACKGROUND: Installing cable across Chantilly Street on side of 4801 Bromley Lane.

Traffic signs and Flaggers will be set up, and residents/businesses will have access to their properties within closures.

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Lane Closure – Richmond Signal System Phase IV

Traffic Advisory

March 11, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – Richmond Signal System Phase IV

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN:

  • March 9 to March 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily) [1, 5, 6]
  • March 16 to March 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily) [2, 3, 4]

WHERE:

1.    25th Street between Main Street and Marshall Street (in the 7th voter district)

2.    Multiple Locations (in the 3rd voter district):

a.    Chamberlayne Avenue and Azalea Avenue

b.    Chamberlayne Avenue and Westbrook Avenue

c.    Chamberlayne Avenue and North Avenue

d.    Chamberlayne Avenue and Laburnum Avenue

3.    Multiple Locations (in the 3rd voter district):

a.    Road and Azalea Avenue

b.    Brook Road and Westbrook Avenue

c.    Brook Road and Laburnum Avenue

4.    Multiple Locations (in the 3rd voter district):

a.    Hermitage Road and Laburnum Avenue

b.    Hermitage Road and Bellevue Avenue

c.    Hermitage Road and Westbrook Avenue

5.    21st Street between Marshall Street and Broad Street (in the 7th voter district)

6.    Marshall Street between 21st Street and 25th Street (in the 7th voter district)

BACKGROUND:

  • Installing fiber optic communications cables and repairing brick sidewalks [1, 5, 6]
  • Installing fiber optic communications cables [2, 4]
  • Installing fiber optic communications cables and utility pole risers for fiber optic communications cables [3]

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 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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Lane Closure – 1200 Richmond Highway

Traffic Advisory

March 11, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – 1200 Richmond Highway

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: March 23 to April 29

WHERE: 1200 Richmond Hwy, Richmond, VA 23224 (in the 8th voter district)

BACKGROUND:

    Work Includes:

-      Install 12” Water main Connecting to Rt 1 and Hopkins Road existing watermains

-      Install Hopkins Road curb gutter, concrete medians, and ADA, sign island

-      Install signal control cabinet, and underground connections new signalized intersection

-      Install pedestrian crossing control devices

-      Milling asphalt travel surface

-      Install temporary pavement markings

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1 

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Lane Closure – Blithwood Drive and Sequoyah Road

Traffic Advisory

March 5, 2026

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

 

 

Lane Closure – Blithwood Drive and Sequoyah Road

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Lane Closure
 
WHEN: March 9 to March 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Sequoyah Rd from Hathaway Road to Blithwood Road & Blithwood Road from Sequoyah Road to dead end (in the 4th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Intermittent lane closures for the city to resurface.

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Street Closure – 1200/1300 Richmond Highway

Traffic Advisory

March 5, 2026

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

 

 

Street Closure – 1200/1300 Richmond Highway

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 
 
WHAT:  Street Closure
 
WHEN: March 10 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

WHERE: 1200 and 1300 block of Richmond Highway (in the 8th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Conducting a rolling-stop for signal installation work along both the north and south bound lanes.

Traffic may be halted for 15 minutes while the work is being conducted.

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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; civil engineering and capital improvement projects along with the Department of Transportation (DOT). DPW delivers essential services that keep the city clean, safe, and healthy. The DOT plans, builds and maintains the city’s transportation system to ensure safe, reliable, and equitable mobility for all users. The department is responsible for traffic operations, street signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, bike lanes, and transportation programs that support economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life. Guided by the city’s Vision Zero commitment, the DOT works to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven policies, street design, and community partnerships. In addition, the DOT issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station and the RVA Bike Share Program. Operating budgets for both departments come from the general fund of the City of Richmond. For more information about services, click here or call 3-1-1

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Street Closures - CSX Update - closures until 4 pm 3/4/26 - Main Street/E Cary/Dock Street & more

 

WHO: City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 

 

WHAT:  Street Closures

 

WHEN: Starting at 6 a.m. on March 3 and ending at 4 p.m. on March 4


WHERE: The following locations:

  • Main Street at Main Street Station
  • Amtrack parking lot (affected spaces will be coned off)
  • E Cary St (near Canal Crossing Bldg.)
  • 15th & Cary Public Parking (affected spaces will be coned off)
  • Dock St (the area where it passes under the trestle)
  • Canal Walk
  • Manchester road emergency access road


BACKGROUND: CSX will be replacing the overhead rail lines that pass across the river. 


Note: Work is scheduled to start on the Manchester side of the James River on Tuesday. The road closures for Shockoe Bottom are slated to happen on Wednesday

Monday, March 2, 2026

Street Closure – Westbound Williamsburg Avenue; NEW DATES

Traffic Advisory

February 17, 2026

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

 

 

Street Closure – Westbound Williamsburg Avenue

WHO:  City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA
 
WHAT: Street Closure
 
WHEN: March 3 to March 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (daily)

WHERE: Westbound Williamsburg Avenue between South 31st Street and the intersection of East Main Street (in the 7th voter district)

BACKGROUND: Due to inclement weather, this closure was rescheduled. City crews to conduct work associated with the intersection lighting.

Drivers entering the City should use Nicholson Street or East Franklin Street for these two days.

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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 

Friday, February 27, 2026

Street Closures: Various Locations for CSX Work

 


WHO: City of Richmond Department of Public Works (https://twitter.com/DPW_RichmondVA) 

 

WHAT:  Street Closures

 

WHEN: Starting at 6 a.m. on March 3 and ending at 2 p.m. on March 4


WHERE: The following locations:

  • Main Street at Main Street Station
  • Amtrack parking lot (affected spaces will be coned off)
  • E Cary St (near Canal Crossing Bldg.)
  • 15th & Cary Public Parking (affected spaces will be coned off)
  • Dock St (the area where it passes under the trestle)
  • Canal Walk
  • Manchester road emergency access road


BACKGROUND: CSX will be replacing the overhead rail lines that pass across the river. 


Note: Work is scheduled to start on the Manchester side of the James River on Tuesday. The road closures for Shockoe Bottom are slated to happen on Wednesday.