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April 13, 2026

Paige.Hairston@rva.gov


Traffic Advisory | Lane Closures


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

 

WHAT: Lane Closures

 

WHEN: April 14 through May14 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (daily)


WHERE: The following areas listed below in the 5th voter district):


BACKGROUND: There will be alternating lane closures for paving. Crews will apply type III patches in targeted, spot specific areas to make repairs where the pavement is damaged.


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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. Report service requests to RVA311.com or call 3-1-1.