[Archived] Fort Ward Park Pavement Improvements Begin May 23

For Immediate Release: May 17, 2017

The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities in cooperation with the Department of Transportation, will be repaving the existing loop road and parking areas at Fort Ward Park, 4301 West Braddock Rd.  The work includes milling, repaving, installation of new speed bumps, and parking space striping.  Work is expected to take up to five days and is scheduled for May 23 - June 1, weather permitting.  In the event of inclement weather, work will be rescheduled tentatively for June 6-10.  Work hours are 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The park and museum will be open during paving operations. Patrons should expect road closures throughout the day and should follow traffic signs, as some parking areas may not be available throughout the day.  For your safety, please be alert to paving activities and use extra caution when moving around the site.

For additional information or questions, contact Chris Watson at chris.watson@alexandriava.gov,  or 703.746.4674.