Roadwork Alert: Pavement Restoration Underway in Wards 7 and 8
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has announced a series of pavement restoration projects that will take place throughout Wards 7 and 8 from now through Friday, July 10, 2026, as part of the agency's ongoing effort to improve and preserve local roadways.
Work will be conducted weather permitting, and residents and motorists should expect periodic lane closures, traffic delays, and construction activity in the affected areas. Drivers are encouraged to use caution, follow posted traffic controls, and allow extra travel time when passing through work zones.
Ward 7 Project Locations
19th Street SE between Independence Avenue SE and Burke Street SE
49th Street NE between Fitch Place NE and Grant Street NE
DC-295 Northbound between East Capitol Street and Benning Road NE
DC-295 Southbound between East Capitol Street and Jay Street NE
East Capitol Street between the Anacostia River Bridge and B Street SE
Lee Street NE between 40th Street NE and Lane Place NE
Lee Street NE between Lee Street NE and Lane Street NE
N Street SE between 29th Street SE and 30th Street SE
Ward 8 Project Locations
4th Street SE between Woodcrest Drive SE and Woodcrest Drive SE
Atlantic Street SE between 3rd Street SE and 4th Street SE
Mississippi Avenue SE between Cook Drive SE and 19th Street SE
Stanton Road SE between Tobias Road SE and Shippen Lane SE
DDOT says the pavement restoration work is part of its ongoing commitment to maintaining safe, reliable, and well-maintained streets throughout the District. Schedules may change due to weather or other unforeseen conditions.
Residents who live or travel near these locations should plan accordingly and remain alert for crews and equipment while the work is underway.