DC’s 3rd Street Tunnel closed to traffic for another day; repairs continue

Part of 3rd Street Tunnel remains closed as crews continue repairs

The roadway is still closed and drivers are encouraged to stay out of the area. Water was restored to nearby apartments.

DC’s 3rd Street Tunnel closed to traffic for another day; repairs continue

D.C.’s 3rd Street Tunnel is closed to commuters for a second day after a ruptured main sent water pouring down the walls and compromised the roadway, breaking up asphalt.On Tuesday morning, DC Water said crews were still working to pinpoint the exact location of the break, but had narrowed down their search to a smaller section of an 8-inch main that runs along the tunnel’s ceiling.“The location is challenging due to the fact it is in the tunnel…

Part of Third Street Tunnel in D.C. remains closed

Part of the major thoroughfare remains closed in both directions for a second day after water damaged it.

3rd Street Tunnel remains closed for repairs after 'water intrusion' damages road

The3rd Street Tunnel remains closed Tuesday morning after a "water intrusion" damaged the roadway on Monday. All access points into the 3rd Street Tunnel from I-395/I-695 and New York Avenue, NW are closed for repairs, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Drivers should expect delays and use alternate routes until further notice. ALTERNATE ROUTESDrivers can continue to use 14th Street and Constitution Avenue. Traffic Watch7 has more …

3rd Street Tunnel Remains Closed Tuesday; Drivers Advised to Avoid Area

The 3rd Street Tunnel remained closed Tuesday in Washington, D.C., for a second morning after repairs on a reported sinkhole caused “significant gridlock,” authorities said. Commuters may want to plan an alternate route: Transit authorities asked drivers to avoid the area. Southbound lanes of the tunnel remain closed between New York Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue. All northbound lanes are closed,...