Southern Expansion: Road Closures
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Update: Jan. 12, 2026
On or around Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, the on- and off-ramps to Columbia Pike will be closed. We encourage motorists to plan alternate routes in advance.
In addition to the ramp closures, there will be traffic pattern changes along Joyce Street and Columbia Pike.
Prior to these changes, detour signage in designated areas will help guide vehicles through the updated traffic routes.
As always, ANC appreciates your patience and understanding. The DAR/Southern Expansion Project is a complex and large-scale project, which will occasionally result in site conditions requiring construction plans to change. For the latest updates, check this page and follow us on social media @arlingtonnatl.
Questions? Please contact us at usarmy.anc.southernexpansion@army.mil.
Update: June 25, 2025
A new pedestrian route is in effect around the Southern Expansion Project site. Signs and fencing will guide you. The dashed red line in the above image indicates pedestrian routes.
• If you're heading eastbound: Use South Orme Street or South Ode Street from Southgate Road, then turn east on Columbia Pike to reach your destination.
• If you're heading westbound: Use Columbia Pike heading west, then turn north on South Orme Street or South Ode Street From there, turn west on Southgate Road to reach your destination.
• For your safety, do not use Southgate Road (between South Ode Street and Old Columbia Pike) as a pedestrian route. This section of the road is now closed.