A transformation of the historic RFK campus is underway.
Clark | Mortenson | SmootDC is excited to lay the groundwork
for the Washington Commanders’ bold new vision for
sports and entertainment in the District.

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: October 16

Stadium Site Preparation & Utility Relocation

Construction crews are kicking off early site and utility relocation work. These critical infrastructure operations are the first step in delivering a construction-ready site and paving the way for the new Commanders Stadium.

Starting next week, dozens of feet below C Street, crews will begin trenchless tunneling to install the new storm water pipeline. Trenchless tunneling ensures a safe, smooth, and efficient pipe installation process, and requires no traffic disruptions on C Street. Crews will use a steel shield apparatus like the one pictured above to support manual soil excavation.

Enablement work continues to progress on the RFK campus site. Here is a look at our team's ongoing operations:

  • Excavation for the new storm piping installation is ongoing.

  • Installation of deep foundations for storm structures is ongoing.

  • The East Loop Road/Connector on the east side of the RFK Campus lot is closed. DDOT has established a new temporary connector between C Street and Independence Avenue. 

  • The North Loop Road/Connector on the northwest side of the RFK Campus lot is now closed. Jobsite fencing will be adjusted to include this portion of the site. Please see the DDOT traffic update below.

What to Expect:

  • Large construction equipment will be present and operating between C Street and The Fields at RFK. Operations at The Fields at RFK and the bike trail roadway will not be interrupted.

Work Hours: Our project team is committed to operating within the approved work hours for the Storm Sewer Relocation: 7 AM to 7 PM (Monday - Saturday). Please note that trucks and craftworkers may arrive on site before 7 AM. If work is required outside of these hours, we will follow the noise waiver process set by the District Department of Environment/Department of Buildings.