Mount Vernon Trail Widening Project Begins Monday, Closing East Abingdon Drive
Starting Monday, construction to widen the Mount Vernon Trail will close East Abingdon Drive north of Slaters Lane. Pedestrians and cyclists are advised to use the Mount Vernon Trail to bypass the area, while drivers will need to make a right turn from westbound Slaters Lane to access the northbound parkway lanes.
The project aims to widen the Mount Vernon Trail from approximately 4.5 feet to 10 feet along East Abingdon Drive. This expansion is part of the city's strategy to create a safe, well-maintained, and comfortable alltrails network, as outlined in the Alexandria Mobility Plan. Additionally, the city is working on the East Abingdon Drive Bike Lanes project to fill a 600-foot gap in the bicycle network.
During construction, which is scheduled from Aug. 18 to early October, East Abingdon Drive will be completely closed between Slaters Lane and the George Washington Parkway. The sidewalk and Mount Vernon Trail access point north of Slaters Lane will also be closed during this time. Construction hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The work is a top 10 priority in the city's Transportation Master Plan and is funded through a federal grant.
The Mount Vernon Trail widening project is set to improve bicycle infrastructure in the area, supporting the city's mobility plan. While the construction may cause some temporary inconvenience, it is expected to enhance safety and accessibility for cyclists and pedestrians in the long run.
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