Traffic Signs and Signals

The City’s Traffic Signs and Signals Department (the Department) is responsible for maintaining all traffic control devices necessary for the safe and orderly movement of traffic in and through the City. All traffic signals, traffic signs and pavement markings within the City limits are this department’s responsibility. Among the guidelines followed by the staff are the national standards as set forth in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices which is published by the Federal Highway Administration.

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Contacts

To report a malfunctioning traffic signal call 703-385-7987 between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or 703-385-7924 at all other times.

For questions or suggestions about signal operation call 703-385-7987 or email.

To report a problem with a traffic sign or pavement marking call 703-385-7987 or email.

To request a new traffic control device (traffic signal, sign or pavement marking) call the office of the Director of Public Works at 703-385-7810 or email.

• Residential Permit Parking District, see City Code sections 98-206 through 98-215.
• Manual On Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Virginia Department of Transportation
• Virginia DOT Customer Service Center 24-hour hotline: 800-FOR-ROAD
• Federal Highway Administration
• Neighborhood Traffic
• Street Maintenance
• Transportation Planning