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Floodwall Closing Tests This Week

Richmond’s floodwall gates are tested once a year to ensure operability when they are needed and were last tested in June 2020.

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From DPU:

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will be performing its annual floodwall testing.

The Mayo Bridge will be closed to all traffic including motorists, pedestrians, runners and bicyclists during testing.

Motorists will be detoured to adjoining streets. Barricades and signs will be posted to alert motorists.

Below is a schedule of closures for Mayo Bridge floodwall testing:

During testing, only City of Richmond personnel and officials are permitted on site. Spectators are not allowed to be present as these areas will have restricted access due to public safety concerns.

Richmond’s floodwall gates are tested once a year to ensure operability when they are needed and were last tested in June 2020.

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Richard Hayes is the co-founder of RVAHub. When he isn't rounding up neighborhood news, he's likely watching soccer or chasing down the latest and greatest board game.