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In spring 2025, Arlington County collaborated with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to launch a safety pilot project at Route 50 & N/S Highland St to address a pattern of high-speed angle crashes involving turning vehicles.
(Here's a quick video explainer.)
The pilot tested the use of signs, markings, and flex posts to restrict left turns and north/south through movements at the intersection as an interim safety treatment ahead of a long-term, VDOT-led project scheduled for construction in 2030.
Results of the Pilot
Since the pilot launched, there have been significant crash reductions, reductions in vehicle speeds, and community support for this interim safety treatment.
Next Steps
Given the positive results, Arlington and VDOT will apply similar left turn and through restrictions to all unsignalized intersections on Route 50 between Filmore Street and Glebe Road, as well as a left turn restriction at Irving St (a Vision Zero Action Spot location).
The turn- and through- restrictions will remain in place until the VDOT Route 50 STARS project installs a permanent median and intersection improvements in 2030.
Route 50 & North/South Columbus Street (further west on the corridor) exhibits similar conditions and crash patterns. Therefore, the flex post closure will also be applied at North/South Columbus St. Installations are anticipated for spring/summer 2026 pending final approval of land use permits from VDOT.
To learn more, read the community input and speed data summary.
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Crews from the Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation will begin milling and repaving work on three eastern segments of the Custis Trail beginning on or about March 30 to improve ease of access and overall trail conditions. The trail will be closed and trail users will need to use alternative routes.
Location: North Oak Street to North Lincoln Street
Dates (weather permitting, schedule subject to change):
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March 30 - April 3, 2026: N Oak St to 21st St N (near Mom's Organic Market)
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April 6-13: N Lincoln St (Hayes Park) to Langston Blvd (Lyon Village)
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April 13-15: Langston Blvd (Lyon Village) to 21st St N (near Mom's Organic Market)
Please use caution and follow all posted signs on the trail. The trail segments and closure dates for this project are highlighted on the map below. Please click on the image to
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Learn More About Trails and Check for Updates
You can find the latest information about the Custis Trail Milling and Paving project — including schedules, updates, and any trail closures — on the Trails Page. Please check the Trails page regularly for current conditions.
 The public comment period for the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission's I-66 FY 2027-2028 Commuter Choice funding program is now open.
The NVTC wants your feedback on the 14 projects under funding consideration, which represent transit improvements proposed by Arlington County, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, OmniRide, and WMATA. The proposed projects include enhancements to existing bus service, new bus routes, and rail station improvements.
To view the projects under consideration for funding and learn more about Commuter Choice, please visit the Commuter Choice website (the Spanish version is available here).
How to Submit Your Feedback by April 3
There are three easy ways that members of the public can submit comments on the projects under consideration for funding:
The public comment period will close on April 3, and all comments received will be shared with NVTC Commissioners who will take final action approving the I-66 FY 2027-2028 Program of Projects.
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