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Temporary Lane Closures for South Capitol Street Corridor Project

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will temporarily close roadways, lanes, ramps and shoulders on the South Capitol Street Corridor Project from June 13 through June 20, 2022 to perform construction activities along I-295 / DC 295 and nearby local roads. These closures are contingent on suitable weather, field conditions, and/or adjacent construction activities. Daily closures will take place between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nightly closures will take place between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. the following day (unless otherwise stated below).

Due to the scheduled Washington Nationals games at Nationals Park, lane closures will not occur during the following times:

Monday, June 13 – 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Tuesday, June 14 – 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 15 – 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Thursday, June 16 – 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Friday, June 17 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Saturday, June 18 – 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 19 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Traffic controls will be in place to guide all users of the roadway through the work zones safely. Motorists should expect delays due to the lane closures and are advised to stay alert and be observant of signage and road work crews while traveling in this area.

For more information about the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge Project and to stay up-to-date on traffic related impacts and construction progress, please visit www.newfrederickdouglassbridge.com.