Under Construction: North Glebe Road over Pimmit Run Bridge Rehabilitation in Arlington County

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This project is rehabilitating the North Glebe Road (Route 120) bridge over Pimmit Run. The bridge was originally built in 1973.

The improvements include:

Replacing bridge beams, deck and barriers
Repairing, waterproofing and providing corrosion protection to abutments and piers
Replacing barriers and railings along bicycle and pedestrian connection to trails
Upgrading guardrails and drainage

The bridge currently carries about 13,000 vehicles a day.

Estimated Costs
Preliminary Engineering - $1.4 million
Construction - $8.5 million
Total - $9.9 million

The project is financed with federal and state funding, including State of Good Repair funds used for bridges.

Benefits

The improvements will extend the overall life of the bridge and improve safety for drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians.

Major Milestones

Public Information Meeting - August 2019
Virtual Public Involvement - July - August 2020
Advertise for Construction - December 2020
Award Construction Contract - February 2021
Begin Construction - April 2021
Close Bridge for Deck and Beam Replacement - August 2021
Reopen Bridge to Traffic - August 2021
Final Completion - Fall 2021