Richmond announces start of $37 million transportation infrastructure project
Apr 11, 2025
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The City of Richmond's Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced a new $37 million transportation infrastructure improvement project along Hull Street, with construction to start at the end of April.
The project, which is set to begin on Monday, April 28, aims to improv
e multimodal safety, operational organization and streetscape enhancements, according to the department, with construction occurring along Hull Street between Hey Road and Warwick Road.
Construction is scheduled to be completed in two years and is financed by the Federal Smart Scale and Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funds, as well as city and state resources.
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The new program will include a multimodal transportation corridor with a path for shared use. This aims to accommodate cyclists and pedestrians and improve traffic volume and user access.
The city added other advancements to the project will include:
Street lighting
New sidewalks
Signage and pavement markings
Storm drainage improvements
Landscaping
Traffic improvements
Pavement overlay and widening
New curb and gutters
Sewer and utility improvements
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