Public meetings July 14-17 for "potential solutions" in I-81 2025 Corridor Improvement Plan (CIP) study

Online survey will accompany in-person meetings

Details on our CIP update page

Summer 2025 newsletter has arrived!

Construction photos and updates, multimodal news and more!

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The I-81 Corridor Improvement Program

Unlocking the corridor

Unlocking the corridor

Virginia is making significant investments along the I-81 corridor to enhance safety, reduce congestion, and unlock the region for further economic growth.

Enhancing safety and reliability

Improvements where they are needed most, to reduce crashes and increase drivers' confidence.

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Reducing congestion

Additional lanes, interchange improvements and traffic-operations enhancements to minimize travel delays.

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Fostering economic growth

The I-81 CIP unlocks free-flowing commerce and job creation along a critical route in Virginia's transportation network.

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Program overview

The CIP includes dozens of innovative, focused construction projects and traffic-operations improvements along the 325 miles of I-81 in Virginia.

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Spotlight on progress

Newsletters

The "81 Insider" provides updates on construction, design, technology and more. Summer 2025 issue is available below.
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Multimedia features

Videos and podcasts highlight specific projects, preview upcoming improvements, and shine the spotlight on unique challenges along the I-81 corridor.
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Project cameras

View progress of the I-81 Staunton-area widening. Other project locations coming soon!
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What to expect

During construction, drivers may be impacted. Here is what can be expected and what to know before you go.

Commuter

A work zone may impact your daily commute. Check the map for upcoming work and plan an alternate route.

Truck driver

You may experience delays in work zones Plan stops ahead of time and call 511 for more details.

Visitor/tourist

Welcome! While we are working, you may experience slower traffic in work zones. Look for message boards or call 511.

Business owner

Check the map to see upcoming projects in your area and let your customers know about alternate routes.
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Last updated: July 3, 2025

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