February 24, 2023

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

February 17, 2023

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia

February 16, 2023

Motorists should detour using Route 607

January 31, 2023

The Route 624 (Fraleytown Road) bridge located over North Fork Clinch River in the Duffield area of Scott County has been closed due to conditions found during a scheduled inspection.

January 27, 2023

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia

January 20, 2023

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia

January 18, 2023

Wednesday and Thursday nights from 7 p.m. - 5 a.m. daily

January 13, 2023

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia

January 6, 2023

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia

October 19, 2023

Route 715 design complete, environmental work underway

October 20, 2023

October 23-29, 2023

October 27, 2023

October 30-November 5, 2023

November 9, 2023

Eight miles of new highway opening mid-November between Breaks and Southern Gap

November 27, 2023

Closure scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m.

November 27, 2023

Switch planned for Tuesday, Nov. 28, through Friday, Dec. 8

November 27, 2023

Monday, Dec. 11, from 4-6 p.m. at Southern Gap Transportation and Logistics Center

November 29, 2023

Meeting planned for Dec. 4 from 4-6 p.m. at Wise Central High School

November 9, 2023

November 13-19, 2023

December 1, 2023

VDOT is working with Washington County, owners of the trail, to coordinate efforts. 

December 8, 2023

December 11-17, 2023

December 15, 2023

Dec. 18-24, 2023

December 22, 2023

December 25-31, 2023

October 23, 2023

Business Route 23 project in Wise wraps up

October 3, 2023

Public meeting set for proposed roundabout at the intersection of Routes 11 and 660 in Smyth County

November 3, 2023

In some locations sun hovers just above roadway, blinding drivers during commuting hours

September 29, 2023

Scheduled for Saturday, October 14 from 9 a.m. - Noon at Highlands Fellowship Church in Bristol (134 Commerces Court)

September 26, 2023

Thursday, October 12 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Richlands High School

July 6, 2023

Monday, July 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Ridgeview High School

September 6, 2023

Tuesday, September 12 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Abingdon High School

June 22, 2023

Tuesday, July 11 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Wytheville Meeting Center

June 22, 2023

Tuesday, July 11 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Wytheville Meeting Center

December 28, 2023

January 1-7, 2024

January 3, 2024

A project to widen a portion of I-81 in the Bristol and Washington County areas is gearing up in January.

January 3, 2024

Closure planned for January 15 through mid-April

January 5, 2024

January 8-14, 2024

January 10, 2024

Two projects on Interstate 81 in Bristol and Washington County will impact traffic during daylight hours Thursday (January 11) through Monday (January 15).

January 12, 2024

January 15-21

January 14, 2024

Monitor local forecasts and adjust travel as needed

January 16, 2024

Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 (11:30 a.m.)

January 17, 2024

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold a public hearing next week to review a proposed design for a Route 23 access management project in Weber City (Scott County).

January 19, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

January 26, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

February 1, 2024

Work to shift traffic through the new work zones between Interstate 81 exits 10 and 7 will take place this weekend (Feb. 3-4) in the Bristol area.

February 1, 2024

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold an information meeting to review safety alternatives and study updates for a portion of the Route 52/4th Street corridor.

February 1, 2024

Three highway projects will be under construction soon in Wythe County.

February 2, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

February 4, 2024

Right, center lane closure scheduled for February 5 - 6, 2024

February 5, 2024

Right, center lane closure will be in place through Wednesday, February 7

May 30, 2023

Employees from the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Bristol District will participate in the Seventh Annual Slow Down Move Over Rally Saturday, June 10 at Wytheville Community College

May 8, 2023

Public encouraged to provide input on projects recommended for funding at Bristol District meeting May 15

February 9, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

February 9, 2024

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold two information meetings to review safety alternatives, congestion, and transit needs along Route 11 in Abingdon and Marion.

February 9, 2024

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking feedback on two transportation studies assessing potential safety improvements in Lee and Tazewell counties.

June 30, 2023

The opportunity to provide input for the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) U.S. Route 11/Park Boulevard corridor (Town of Marion) planning study has been extended through July 10.

June 19, 2023

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential safety improvements for the U.S. Route 11 / Park Boulevard corridor in Marion.

April 10, 2023

A design public hearing will be held on the proposed plans to improve safety on U.S. Route 460 between Commerce Drive and Leatherwood Lane in Bluefield.

June 19, 2023

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential safety improvements for the U.S. Route 11 / Main Street corridor in Abingdon.

May 24, 2023

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is asking the public for input on a survey regarding the U.S. Route 23 Corridor in Norton, Wise and Wise County.

May 11, 2023

One mile of a southbound lane of U.S. 23 near the intersection of Route 610 (Powell Valley Rd.) is closed for approximately two months for a rockfall protection project.

June 13, 2023

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is asking the public for input on a survey regarding a portion of the U.S. Route 52 / 4th Street corridor in the Town of Wytheville near exit 70.

March 8, 2023

Due to the Route 61 (Freedom Avenue) bridge replacement over the North Fork of the Clinch River in Tazewell County, the bridge will be closed to traffic beginning Monday, March 13.

January 18, 2023

Wednesday and Thursday nights from 7 p.m. – 5 a.m. nightly

January 31, 2023

The Route 624 (Fraleytown Road) bridge located over North Fork Clinch River in the Duffield area of Scott County has been closed due to conditions found during a scheduled inspection.

February 16, 2023

Beginning this afternoon (February 16) between Routes 601 and 607

February 16, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

February 23, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

March 1, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

March 7, 2024

Construction is set to begin in the coming weeks on intersection improvements at Route 11/660 (Railroad Drive) in Smyth County, located on the north side of Interstate 81.

March 8, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

March 15, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

March 11, 2024

Motorists may be on the lookout for deer or other critters along the highway, but in one area of Southwest Virginia drivers should keep their eyes open for elk.  

March 22, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

March 29, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

April 5, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

April 12, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

April 19, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

April 26, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

May 3, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

May 7, 2024

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold a public hearing to review a proposed design for 4th Street and Holston Road intersection improvements in Wytheville.

May 8, 2024

Fourth and final phase of widening between Abingdon and Damascus.

May 10, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

May 16, 2024

Use Interstate 81 exit 39 to access Route 11 west to Chilhowie

May 17, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

May 23, 2024

The right lane on Route 19 northbound is closed between Brumley Gap Road and the John Douglas Wayside area near Abingdon due to a large boulder that has entered the roadway.

May 24, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

May 28, 2024

Employees from the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Bristol District will participate in the Eighth Annual Slow Down Move Over Rally.

May 31, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

June 14, 2024

In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

June 21, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

June 25, 2024

Beginning July 8 and lasting approximately eight weeks

June 28, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

July 3, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

July 12, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

July 16, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

July 26, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

August 2, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

August 5, 2024

Monday, August 19 from 4 – 6 p.m. at Richlands Town Hall

August 7, 2024

Projects underway include Route 11/Main Street, I-81 truck climbing lanes and Route 11/660 (Railroad Drive) roundabout

August 9, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

August 12, 2024

The closure will last until 5 a.m. tomorrow

August 13, 2024

Traffic will be rerouted through the City of Bristol beginning at 11 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14

August 16, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

August 23, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

August 30, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

September 6, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

September 13, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

September 20, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

September 26, 2024

With the significant potential for heavy rains and strong winds overnight and into Saturday in Southwest Virginia, motorists are advised to be alert to rapidly changing conditions along highways.

September 27, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

October 2, 2024

Following the remnants of Hurricane Helene, the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Bristol District has worked diligently to re-open roads and remove debris.

October 4, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

October 8, 2024

Multiple teams came together to assemble, install and repair two bridges in the Taylor’s Valley area of Washington County, restoring access to the community.

October 9, 2024

Work is anticipated to begin in late October.

October 11, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

October 18, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

October 22, 2024

A contract has been signed to clean up and rebuild approximately 1.5 miles of Route 58 in Washington County.

October 23, 2024

Route 21 in Grayson County reopened today, just over three weeks after remnants from Hurricane Helene caused a significant roadway slide along the highway.

October 25, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

November 1, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

November 8, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

November 15, 2024

Work is anticipated to take approximately one week

November 15, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

November 22, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.

November 27, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

December 2, 2024

Tuesday, December 10 from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center

December 6, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

December 10, 2024

Multiweek project begins Thursday, December 12

December 13, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

December 18, 2024

On December 20, 1974, approximately 500 people gathered in the frigid cold at I-77 East River Mountain Tunnel to celebrate the opening of the tunnel and a transportation milestone for the region.

December 20, 2024

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

January 3, 2025

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

January 3, 2025

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews continue efforts to clear snow from Friday’s winter weather and will then prepare for the potential for winter weather on Sunday.

January 6, 2025

BRISTOL – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) reports motorists should be alert to the potential for slick travel conditions. Rain and freezing rain are currently falling in the region.

January 8, 2025

Wednesday, Jan. 15, 4-6 p.m., at Oak Point Elementary School

January 9, 2025

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

January 9, 2025

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews are prepped and ready for a second round of snow this week, scheduled to arrive in the region midday Friday.

January 11, 2025

BRISTOL - Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews continue efforts to clean roadways in southwest Virginia following snow Friday through the morning hours Saturday.

January 17, 2025

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

January 24, 2025

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

January 31, 2025

All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.

February 4, 2025

Due to emergency repairs to the I-81 southbound bridge over Old Dominion Road in Washington County, be alert to a full closure of southbound I-81 overnight tonight, Feb. 4.