Beginning this week and continuing through mid-August, DC Water will temporarily close one lane overnight on Clara Barton Parkway at the Maryland-D.C. border. The closures are needed so crews can safely bring in equipment and materials for emergency sewer repairs on part of the Potomac Interceptor.

To reduce traffic delays, most of the work will happen in the evening and overnight when fewer cars are on the road. Only one lane will be closed, and the other lanes will remain open for traffic in both directions.  Drivers should slow down, watch for signs and flaggers, and expect some short delays.

This section of pipe was identified as part of a new, ongoing effort to inspect the entire system and prioritize repairs. DC Water moved this area up for emergency repair based on the inspection results. Crews will repair about 400 linear feet of pipe in this area.

Details:

• Location: Clara Barton Parkway at the Maryland-D.C. border
• Time: 8 p.m. and 4 a.m.
• Duration: As needed beginning this week and continuing through early to mid-August
• Traffic impact: One lane may be closed at a time. Drivers should expect short delays and follow the direction of traffic flaggers.

The repairs are part of the 10-year, $625 million Potomac Interceptor Rehabilitation Project included in DC Water’s Capital Improvement Program to invest in and improve aging water and sewer infrastructure. For more information about the Potomac Interceptor Rehabilitation Project visit: dcwater.com/potomacinterceptor.