Tag: traffic
Traffic signal improvements set for Columbia Pike
Columbia Pike as seen from Maple Court. Construction is expected to start this month on two traffic signal upgrades aimed at improving safety on Columbia Pike: at John Marr Drive/Chatelain Road in Annandale and at Lacy Boulevard/Maple Court in Bailey’s Crossroads. The Virginia Department of Transportation will install at each intersection two twin signal poles with mast arms, … Continued
Police video highlights speeding, noise complaints in Annandale
2nd Curry at John Marr Drive and Little River Turnpike in Annandale. A brief video posted on Twitter May 16 by the Fairfax County Police Department addresses concerns about street racing in Annandale. In the video, 2nd Lt. James Curry of the FCPD’s Public Affairs Bureau, says, “Today we’re in the Mason District to let … Continued
VDOT to improve Little River Turnpike/Guinea Road intersection
Improvements are in the works for the Guinea Road intersection on Little River Turnpike just west of Annandale. Representatives from the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Fairfax County Department of Transportation will describe the changes at a virtual community meeting March 1 at 7 p.m.
Zoning board defers action on daycare proposal from Bailey’s Crossroads church
Columbia Baptist Church [Google Maps] The Fairfax County Board of Zoning Appeals has again deferred a decision on an application from Columbia Baptist Church on Glen Carlyn Road in Bailey’s Crossroads for a building addition with a childcare center. At its Feb. 10 meeting, the BZA agreed to take up the application again on Feb. … Continued
Holding a phone while driving is now illegal
Distracted driving causes accidents. [Vancouver Courier] As of Jan. 1, it’s illegal to hold a cellphone while driving in Virginia. The penalty is a $125 fine for a first offense or using a phone in a highway work zone and $250 for additional offenses. If using headphones for talking on a phone hands-free, you can … Continued
Community meeting will address Backlick Road improvements
The main north-south road is Backlick Road. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation invites the public to an online meeting Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m., on the Backlick Road Spot Improvements Project. The project is aimed at relieving congestion and improving safety at the intersection at Backlick Road and Industrial Road in Mason District … Continued
Residents urged to comment on potential Route 50 improvements
Eastbound Route 50 approaching Allen Street. [VDOT] The Virginia Department of Transportation is considering a long list of alternatives to improve traffic and pedestrian safety along Route 50 (Arlington Boulevard) between Jaguar Trail and Wilson Boulevard in the Falls Church area. This study is being conducted through VDOT’s Strategically Targeted Affordable Roadway Solutions (STARS) program. … Continued
Public comment sought on pedestrian signal at dangerous Annandale intersection
The Conwell Drive intersection at Little River Turnpike. Representatives from the Fairfax County Department of Transportation will be at a tent at the corner of Little River Turnpike and Conwell Drive in Annandale tomorrow and Monday seeking public feedback on a proposed HAWK signal for improving pedestrian safety. Residents are invited to drop by and discuss … Continued
Public comment sought on revised plan for Braddock Road improvements
Fairfax County has revised its plans for the Braddock Road multimodal transportation improvement project and cut the cost from $74 million to $48 million for phase 1. The county applied for funding for the project twice and was rejected twice, Braddock Supervisor James Walkinshaw said at a virtual community meeting Aug. 3. “There is no … Continued
Fairfax County seeks input on new pedestrian signal for Little River Turnpike in Annandale
A HAWK signal is planned for this crosswalk on Little River Turnpike at Conwell Drive. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation seeks feedback from the community on a HAWK signal planned for Little River Turnpike at the Conwell Drive intersection in Annandale. The HAWK (High-Intensity Activated crossWalK) is aimed at improving pedestrian safety, especially as … Continued
Residents of Crestwood Manor in Annandale demand action
Vehicles crowding Jayhawk Street. [Aaron Kelly] The following is an open letter from Aaron Kelly, representing the Crestwood Manor neighborhood in Annandale, protesting the lack of action by public officials to address complaints about problems in the neighborhood, including crime, speeding, and vehicles parked by non-residents. An Open Letter We, as residents of Crestwood Manor … Continued
Expect detours this weekend as Duke Street bridge over I-395 closes
Traffic heading westbound on Duke Street will detour north on I-395. [VDOT] The westbound Duke Street bridge over Interstate 395 will be closed this weekend, from 10 p.m., Friday, May 1, until as late as 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced. Traffic on westbound Duke Street, as well as … Continued
Bridge project means delays on Route 7 at I-395
This overpass is being renovated. Construction is under way on a project to rehabilitate the bridge on Route 7 over Interstate 395 in Alexandria’s West End. There will be lane closures on King Street on this schedule: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 10 p.m.-5 a.m. Friday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and 10 p.m.-9 a.m. … Continued
I-395 ramp at Duke Street closed this weekend
Drivers heading south on I-395 will have to go north than turn around. The ramp from westbound Duke Street to Interstate 395 south will be closed from 10 p.m. on Friday, April 17, to 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 19. Westbound Duke Street traffic will be detoured via I-395 north, turning around at Seminary Road … Continued
Edsall Road ramp on I-395 will be rerouted
Click on the map to enlarge it. Beginning on or about Thursday night, March 19, the eastbound Edsall Road ramp to Interstate-395 South will be rerouted to eliminate a congestion point and to permit the reconfiguration of the I-395 South/Edsall Road interchange. VDOT urges drivers to be alert and watch for directional signs. The work … Continued