kp writes: “who else has been victimized by the new intersection at NY and FL?! it was honestly better w the Wendy’s. i have sat through ten minutes of light cycles here five times in the last two weeks. do better”
DDOT says: “Anticipated Construction Completion December 2024”
“Dear PoPville,
Since the most recent opening of the new traffic pattern at Florida and Rhode Island NE, traffic has increasingly been worse on Florida, backing up to First St NW. (more…)
Thanks to M. for sending: “Traffic lights coming to Georgia/Iowa Ave NW. Is this about to be the new Dave Thomas Circle?!”
Ed. Note: Yum! Brands (parent company of Pizza Hut, 4205 Georgia Ave NW) crossing?
“Dear PoPville,
This little Half Street experiment just north of Nats park was great for awhile. Not sure when they started allowing cars, but sat here about 45 min at Andy’s and witnessed total chaos. (more…)
Thanks to Jim for sending: “Some of us have been waiting years for this moment (as seen from the SiriusXM building)” (more…)
the notorious Dave Thomas Circle, the intersection of New York Avenue, NE, Florida Avenue, NE, and First Street, NE
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is alerting all motorists and stakeholders to expect a temporary lane closure on Florida Avenue NE from 1st Street NE to New York Avenue NE. This lane closure will be in place on July 19, 2023, during the hours of 9 AM to 3:30 PM.
This lane closure is necessary for activity related to the Florida Avenue & New York Avenue Intersection Project. (more…)
Ed. Note: If I may be so bold, may I suggest the name – Dave Thomas Circle. Alternatively I’d accept Wendy’s Way.
From the NoMa BID:
“The reconfiguration of the Florida Avenue/New York Avenue NE intersection, often referred to as the “Virtual Circle” or “Dave Thomas Circle” is scheduled to begin later this year. This intersection has been a chronic challenge for the District for generations.
In addition to improving safety and navigation for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers, this project will improve the overall experience for everyone by bringing three new public spaces to the area immediately adjacent to the intersection. In advance of the delivery of these new spaces, the NoMa Business Improvement District (NoMa BID) is partnering with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and inviting members of the community to suggest one overall name for the trio of new public spaces. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I recently took a new job in Virginia that is not metro accessible, and my commute requires me to take Rock Creek Parkway to Beach Drive home. The “exit” to Beach Drive under the Taft Bridge is a mess every day.
I’m one of those people who dutifully waits in the long line, while dozens of people try to cut it, which only makes the traffic worse. That said, I know the efficiency of zipper merges, and this basically is two lanes merging into one.
Is this “exit” supposed to be a zipper merge? (more…)
Porter Street and Connecticut Avenue, NW
Thanks to A. for sending around 9:45pm last night (Tuesday) from Porter and Connecticut Ave, NW: “Doesn’t look good.”
Didn’t see any reports from DC Fire and EMS so hopefully no injuries.
Rhode Island and North Capitol St
A reader reported around 4:30pm yesterday:
“not sure what happened or how each car ended up where they did, but this intersection is notorious for traffic violence and poorly planned. Very glad no pedestrians appear to have been hurt, as it is also one of the only spots to cross North Capitol Street. The city is aware of the issues with accidents here but favors commuters over the communities that surround it.”