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Public Hearing for the Replacement of the Bridge on Rte 603 (Beach Mill Rd) over Nichols Run Dranesville District Fairfa

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 Fairfa

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  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. Questions? Nicholas J. Roper, P.E. (703)259-1953 nicholas.roper@vdot.virginia.gov

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