Lane Closures on Broad & Main Streets for Station Construction

From GRTC:

Station construction continues to progress for the Pulse project, advancing at both median and curbside locations on Broad and Main Streets. This work is permitted during both day and night. Lane Construction plans for lane closures and may implement some temporary detours if needed.

Lane closures and temporary parking impacts will adjust as work progresses. Drivers are encouraged to pay close attention to Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) signage indicating differing lane closures overnight in locations where work is occurring. Anticipated schedules are detailed below and are subject to change. For assistance, please call the Pulse Construction Hotline 804-980-0084.

WHO:              DB Contractor, Lane Construction

WHAT:             Station work at various locations along the Pulse route. Lane closures, including day and overnight closures, are being coordinated to provide the least amount of disruption to traffic.

WHEN:             The following dates and times, estimated as follows.

WHERE:           The following locations, estimated as follows. Work is weather- and progress-dependent.

Thursday, September 28, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM:
Two WB lanes of Broad St. closed at VCU Hospital West Station at 12^th St. (EB & WB Broad St. remain open) for totem work.
Monday, October 2, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM:
Two WB lanes of Broad St. closed at VCU Hospital West Station at 12^th St. (EB & WB Broad St. remain open) for totem work.
Monday, October 2, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM:
NB Orleans St. closed at Orleans St. Station (SB Orleans St. remains open) with flagger service to manage traffic flow during totem work. Access into Rocketts Landing remains open via Orleans St.
Monday night, October 2, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM: 
Two WB lanes of Broad St. closed at Science Museum East Station at Mulberry St. (EB & WB Broad St. remain open) for the installation of the station canopy.
Monday night, October 9, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM:
Two EB lanes of Broad St. closed at Science Museum West Station at Robinson St. (EB & WB Broad St. remain open) for the installation of the station canopy.

BRIEF: Depending on proximity to the work zone, those in the area could hear portions of the construction work. All work is being done within permitting guidelines, including allowed noise levels.

It is important to note that field conditions can change rapidly and Lane’s goal is to work safely and swiftly to minimize impacts to the areas where they work. The schedule is progress- and weather-dependent. Pedestrian pathway detours and street lane closure signs will be posted accordingly. Please follow construction signage and be aware of construction workers and vehicles within the work zone(s). Pedestrians are advised to follow work zone signage in the sidewalk area. Travelers may notice temporary barriers while this closure is in effect.

BACKGROUND: During construction, the public will continue to have access to businesses, organizations and services located along the Project route.

A construction hotline is active at 804-980-0084, providing updates on construction and expected impacts. For updates online, please visit the Pulse Construction Updates page: http://www.ridegrtc.com/brt/construction-infoand explore more at PulseRVA.com. As work progresses, frequent updates will be provided.

Lane Construction will proactively minimize disruption to businesses and residents during construction. Any activity that would impact parking, loading zones, access, utilities and other business-related functions must receive approval from VDOT who will ensure that continuous access will be provided to all businesses at all times. All Project team members are committed to providing prompt information to ensure a smooth construction phase for businesses, residents and patrons of the region as part of the overall success of the Project. For the City of Richmond Pulse Business Support Initiative, please visit PulseRVA.com.

As always, work is weather and progress-dependent.

GRTC Pulse is a modern, high quality, high capacity rapid transit system that will serve a 7.6-mile route along Broad Street and Main Street, from Rocketts Landing in the City of Richmond to Willow Lawn in Henrico County. The Pulse will link the public to many exciting destinations, businesses, services and restaurants.