BECKET- LEDGE REMOVAL ALONG ROUTE 8, BETWEEN MM 28.002 AND MM 27.998

Throughout the District, ledge out-croppings and exposed rock faces are adjacent to State Highway at various locations. Some of these areas were created when the highways were originally built, reconstructed or widened; or when natural events, such as Tropical Storm Irene, exposed natural rock slopes to additional weathering and erosion. Many of these locations pose a potential safety hazard from falling rock or slope failure, which could injure highway users or shut down some sections of State Highway for an extended time. Highway closures at many of these locations would result in lengthy detours, affecting regional commuting and commerce. This proposed contract would design site-specific improvements to address safety issues related to exposed or falling rock at these locations.