Transportation Advisory: 395 Express Lanes Project

Transportation Advisory: 395 Express Lanes Project - Eads Street Construction Project Updates and Major Traffic Pattern Change Alert

Construction work along Eads Street between the Pentagon Reservation and Army Navy Drive has begun since June 21 to prepare for traffic signal installation and roadway improvement. The Eads Street construction work will be completed in several phases this summer and continue through the fall.

The current Phase 1 of the Eads Street construction work is near completion. Phase 2 of the Eads Street construction work will begin on or about ***Monday, July 16***, subject to weather conditions, and will require extensive traffic pattern changes throughout the day. Your commute and travel plans will be significantly impacted.

On or about Monday, July 16, Phase 2 of the Eads Street construction will begin along the west side of Eads Street (existing southbound travel lanes) to demolish concrete, widen pavement, and install drainage, sidewalks, overhead structures, and curb and gutter in preparation for the 4th lane addition on South Rotary Road to access the future 395 Express/Toll Lanes.    Duration of Eads Street Phase 2 construction work will take approximately 6 to 8 weeks, or mid to late September 2018, subject to weather conditions.

All traffic along Eads Street between South Rotary Road and Army Navy Drive will be shifted to the east side of Eads Street (existing northbound travel lanes), with access to the I-395 HOV Ramps preserved. There will be different restrictions and detours during the AM Peak between 6:00am to 9:00am, the off-peak period from 9:00am to 3:00pm, and the PM Peak from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. Detours with signage are set up on Eads Street, South Rotary Road, as well as surrounding roadways such as Fern Street (see attached diagrams). Intermittent/Temporary Nighttime and Weekend Closures of Eads Street may occur. Detours with signage will be set up to re-direct traffic.

As current traffic volume along Eads Street is near capacity during peak periods, we expect significant traffic congestion and delays along Eads Street and access to I-395 HOV On-Ramps.

Employees are encouraged to plan ahead, map out alternate routes (see attached for alternate option), allow additional time for travel, and consider alternative modes of transportation, including regional and local public transit buses and Metrorail. Drivers and pedestrians are also encouraged to exercise safety and caution, follow signage and traffic control directions, and avoid Eads Street as much as possible.

Detailed information about Phase 3 of the Eads Street construction work will be provided as we approach the Fall. Visit www.395expresslanes.com/pentagon for more information. If you have any questions, please contact the WHS TMPO at whs.pentagon.em.mbx.dod-shuttle-bus@mail.mil.








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Edited by admin2 - 13 Oct 2018 at 6:54am

New Eads Street Construction Updates – Starting Monday, October 15, 2018

·Ongoing construction activity at I-395 HOV on- and off-ramps on Eads St. at the Pentagon Reservation will lead to a lane shift in traffic patterns and delays. These new traffic patterns begin Monday, October 15, 2018 and continue into January 2019.

·Drivers should follow updated signs and the direction of traffic control officers, and review the new traffic patterns shown. Note that drivers dropping off passengers at the Pentagon in the AM rush hour and continuing to DC or Crystal City will need to detour to Army Navy Drive to reach the I-395 North HOV on-ramp.

·There is no change to current locations for AM drop-offs or PM pick-ups.

·In the event of significant congestion during the PM rush hour, drivers should be prepared to take alternate routes to I-395 South HOV lanes.  See https://www.395expresslanes.com/pentagon for more details.

 

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Edited by admin2 - 25 May 2019 at 8:04am

Pentagon Update – September 2018
As published in the September 2018 Washington Headquarters Services Transportation Management Program Office Newsletter

Upcoming Traffic Pattern/Lane Changes at Eads Street

Construction work continues at the “Pork Chop” and along Eads Street between the Pentagon Reservation and Army Navy Drive as part of the 395 Express Lanes / South Parking Improvements Project. The next phase of the Eads Street construction will occur on the East side of Eads Street on or about October 15, subject to weather condition. The current travel lanes will switch to the West side of Eads Street. (southbound travel lanes), with access to the I-395 HOV Ramps preserved. The temporary relocation of Route 610 Stafford and Mine Road slug stations will remain at Kiss and Ride area on N. Rotary Rd during the Eads Street construction. The following are the details of the pattern/lane changes:

Lane Reduction: All traffic along Eads Street between South Rotary Road and Army Navy Drive will be shifted to the west side of Eads Street on or about October 15 through the winter months.

AM Peak Changes (6am – 9am): Right-turn from S. Rotary Rd. to I-395 S HOV Only, no Army Navy Dr. access from S. Rotary Road and Eads Street.   No Pentagon Access via Eads Street Northbound. I-395 N Detour via Fern Street and Army Navy Drive.

Off Peak (9am – 3pm): No significant changes, all four (4) lanes open on South Rotary Road.

PM Peak Changes (3pm – 6pm): Some transit buses exit Pentagon Transit Center via Connector Road. Delays and congestion anticipated. No Pentagon Access via Eads Street Northbound. Identified I-395 HOV Access via VA27 as an alternate option during significant delays

Information on the detailed traffic pattern changes will be posted on 395ExpressLanes.com/pentagon. You can also follow us on WHSTransportation and @WHS_Transport: #395ExpressInfo. Please be prepared and pay close attention to signage as they will change to align with the new traffic patterns. Remember to practice safety, follow traffic control direction, and be familiar with travel alternatives. Visit the new Pentagon Commuter Store located at the Pentagon Transit Center for travel assistance.

TMP Newsletter November 2018:

Construction work continues at the “Pork Chop” and along Eads Street between the Pentagon Reservation and Army Navy Drive as part of the 395 Express Lanes / South Parking Improvements Project. On Monday, October 15, the traffic pattern at Eads Street has changed with traffic switching to the West side of Eads Street. (southbound travel lanes), with access to the I-395 HOV Ramps preserved. The temporary relocation of Route 610 Stafford and Mine Road slug stations will remain at the Kiss and Ride area on N. Rotary Rd during the Eads Street construction.

TMP Newsletter November 2018

Edited by admin2 - 09 May 2019 at 5:18am