Traffic Advisory: Road Restoration at New York Avenue and Bladensburg Road NE

November 28, 2025

Following the completion of priority valve repairs, DC Water will be doing road restoration work along New York Ave and Bladensburg Rd NE this weekend. The work will require lane closures for the duration of the weekend, reduce capacity, and may cause a significant impact to traffic.

DC Water is taking advantage of warmer temperatures this weekend to get the paving completed now, rather than implementing a temporary patch. The weekend-long lane closures are necessary to provide the 24 hours necessary for the concrete to set. The road restoration is the last step as part of an urgent project to replace three large water main valves in this area.

We recognize that lane closures are disruptive, and we appreciate your patience.

TRAFFIC INFORMATION

Where: New York Avenue NE & Bladensburg Road NE

When: Saturday, November 22nd 6 a.m. through Sunday, November 23rd 10 a.m.

Traffic impacts include:

  • Two eastbound lanes on New York Ave will be closed (west of Bladensburg Rd).
  • Eastbound New York Avenue will be reduced from three lanes to one, so expect delays.
  • Southbound Bladensburg Road will be closed (south of New York Ave).
  • No right turns from westbound New York Ave onto southbound Bladensburg Rd.
  • No left turns from eastbound New York Ave onto southbound Bladensburg Rd.
  • Follow posted detours or seek alternate routes.

Map of NY Ave and Bladensburg Rd NE

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding as we work to ensure reliable water service and restore the roadway.

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