May 24, 2024  
2024 - 05 
FIRST AVENUE DRAINAGE AND ROAD REPAIRS 
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the community 
of an upcoming drainage improvement project along First Avenue, St. Thomas. This project focuses on 
removing and replacing storm drainage systems and rehabilitating the entire roadway along First 
Avenue.  
On Tuesday, May 28, DPW Contractor -- Island Roads Corp. -- will mobilize onsite in preparation for 
the first block of road work, which is expected to begin the following day. This project will be divided 
into 9 work zones, representing each block. Contractors will first close Work Zone 1 - between 9th and 
10th Street. (See the map for more details.) All traffic traversing from Rumer Drive will be directed onto 
10th Street and back down 9th Street.  Also, motorists traveling East on First Avenue will be diverted 
onto 8th Street.  
DPW hosted a public town hall on Wednesday, May 15, to share project details with residents of the 
area. Construction on this project is expected to be completed within one year. 
During the project’s duration, there will be no parking allowed in the designated work zone. Safe 
designated walkways for pedestrians and access for residents to enter their driveways will be 
accommodated. The department is urging motorists to adhere to all safety controls and directives from 
on-site flaggers throughout this reconstruction period.  
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www.vitranvi.com to stay abreast of all things V.I. Public Works.  
DPW…On the move!