Bridge Inspections and Maintenance

Transportation throughout the City of Alexandria relies on a network of infrastructure, which includes bridges. As part of this expansive network, the City maintains 29 highway bridges and more than 40 pedestrian bridges. 
Page updated on August 31, 2023 at 11:02 AM

Current Projects

Photo of the West Glebe Road bridge

West Glebe Road Bridge

Arlington County is reconstructing the West Glebe Road Bridge, which crosses Four Mile Run and connects the county and Alexandria. As of July 2023, The surface of the bridge deck is substantially completed, and all travel lanes are open for pedestrian, bike and vehicular access.

Photo of the CSX rail bridge at King Street and Commonwealth Avenue

CSX Rail Bridge

The City has worked closely with CSX to investigate the cause of a number of pieces of wood falling from the bridge and insure that proper repairs are made and the bridge remains in safe condition. 

West Glebe Road Bridge

W. Glebe Road Bridge upper deck open to all traffic

As of July 28, the West Glebe Road bridge , sidewalks, bike lanes, and vehicular lanes are open for all traffic.

Crews may still be working under the bridge in the following weeks, and on the bridge surface to reach total completion. Proceed with caution and follow all signs.

Learn more about the upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 12.

 

Additional Information

For information on the W. Glebe Road Bridge project, please visit the Arlington County West Glebe Road Bridge Reconstruction page.

CSX Rail Bridge

CSX Rail Bridge over King Street and Commonwealth Ave. Maintenance Update
The rail bridges over King Street and Commonwealth Avenue, in the vicinity of the King Street Metro station, are owned and maintained by CSX. In February 2021, it was reported to the City that a number of pieces of wood had fallen from the bridge, resulting in a temporary closure of King Street. The City has worked closely with CSX to investigate the cause of the issue, to ensure proper repairs are made, and that the bridge remains in safe condition. Correspondence regarding this effort can be found below.

VDOT Bridge Information

Contact

For questions or concerns related to bridge inspection and maintenance projects in Alexandria, contact civil engineer Mohammad Azmi at mohammad.azmi@alexandriava.gov.