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Public Hearing for the Replacement of the Bridge on Rte 603 (Beach Mill Rd) over Nichols Run Dranesville District Fairfax County. Presenters Nicholas J. Roper, P.E. Office NOVA District Structure & Bridge Date June 27, 2011. Opening Comments. Foremost objectives for this project are:
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Public Hearing for the Replacement of the Bridge on Rte 603 (Beach Mill Rd) over Nichols Run Dranesville District Fairfax County Presenters Nicholas J. Roper, P.E. Office NOVA District Structure & Bridge Date June 27, 2011
Opening Comments • Foremost objectives for this project are: • Replace a structurally deficient bridge • Construct a new bridge that is safe and one that meets both current and future needs for all users • Service life is expected to be 50-75 years • Keep the new bridge small to stay within right of way, reduce cost, and match context of the Great Falls area • Two lane design was initially developed because Beach Mill Road is a facility with two lanes • Single lane option for Beach Mill Road was also developed based on community feedback
Purpose • Focus is to obtain community comment on bridge configuration and appearance • Configuration • Single lane • Two lanes • Appearance • Rustic appearance timber deck supported by steel beams • Modern appearance precast concrete with asphalt wearing surface • Present an assessment of each alternative on how well it meets project objectives • Ensure that every potential stakeholder and advocacy group has opportunity to comment on the design & proposed project • Begin obtaining consensus for final design
Agenda • Introductions, Opening Comments & Purpose • Existing Bridge Condition • Appearance and Configuration Alternatives • Roadway & Bridge Length • Environmental Assessment • Design Exception for Single Lane • Traffic, Sight Distance, & Accident History • Alternative Assessment • Design-Build Construction
What Happens Next? • Comments due by July 8 • Submit tonight in ballot box • Email • Mail • Court reporter • Summary of comments will be prepared by mid-late July & published via email & on the project website • Design exceptions and waivers requested in July-August • Formal report summarizing comments, scope, and design features will be submitted for approval to the Chief Engineer in September • Update Supervisor’s office, GFCA, & the website
Questions? Nicholas J. Roper, P.E. (703)259-1953 nicholas.roper@vdot.virginia.gov