Posted August 19, 2025

~ Starting August 26, the signal will temporarily flash red and yellow~

RICHMOND, Va. – Part of the city’s ongoing efforts to enhance roadway safety and accessibility for all users, the Department of Public Works (DPW) installed a new traffic signal at the intersection of Patterson Avenue and Pepper Avenue. It will be energized August 26 and temporarily placed in flash mode. During this transitional phase:

• Patterson Avenue will display a flashing yellow light, indicating that drivers should proceed with caution

• Pepper Avenue will display flashing red lights, requiring drivers to stop and yield before proceeding

The temporary flashing mode gives motorists an opportunity to adjust to the new signal ahead of it being set to function as a fully signalized intersection on September 2.

Safety Reminders:

• Be alert while traveling through this new traffic pattern

• Drive with extra caution as the community adjusts to the new intersection

• Always watch for pedestrians and cyclists

Work on this project began in January 2025 and includes a range of safety and accessibility upgrades: 

• Traffic signal mast arm poles with traffic signal heads and high visibility backplates
• Countdown pedestrian signals with push buttons
• ADA compliant accessible ramps with new sidewalk connections
• High visibility crosswalk markings to improve pedestrian safety

For more information on DPW, please visit us online at rva.gov/public-works or email us at AskPublicWorks@rva.gov

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting;  graffiti removal; parking enforcement; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW  issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station,  the RVA Bike Share program.. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1