Sign structure upgrade & replacement

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the District of Columbia Department of Public Works a formula grant of $338,148.08 under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on September 16, 2025, for the Sign Structure Upgrade & Replacement project. The project involves the removal and replacement of three existing sign structures along Interstate 395, repair of twelve sign structures along Interstate 395 and U.S. Route 50 (New York Avenue NE), and removal of three sign structures along DC 295 and Military Road. All work will be conducted within the DDOT right-of-way and includes necessary electrical, lighting, guardrail, pavement marking, and foundation construction.

The scope of work encompasses all associated site activities, including temporary traffic control, mobilization, demobilization, lighting, pavement markings, and barricades. The project is scheduled for completion by August 30, 2031. As a formula grant awarded under FHWA's Highway Planning and Construction program, this funding supports the District's efforts to maintain and improve transportation infrastructure and safety along key regional corridors within the nation's capital.

Project description

The purpose of this project is to construct major sign structures. The work includes removal and replacement of three existing sign structures along I-395; repair of twelve sign structures along I-395 and US 50 (new york avenue NE); and removal of three sign structures along DC 295 and military road. The project includes all necessary electrical, lighting, guardrail, pavement marking, and foundation construction to complete the work as indicated in the plans. All work shall be conducted within the ddot right-of-way. Maintenance of temporary traffic control, mobilization, demobilization, lighting, pavement markings, and barricades will be included as part of the scope of work.