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February 10, 2023
Mixed precipitation expected in western areas of Virginia Saturday night and Sunday
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December 23, 2022
Travelers should exercise caution, adjust travel accordingly
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December 22, 2022
Some areas of Virginia could develop icy roads early tomorrow morning
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December 21, 2022
Motorists should travel on Wednesday ahead of hazardous conditions
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December 20, 2022
VDOT to issue request for qualifications for first 10 miles of the 64 Gap
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December 16, 2022
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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December 15, 2022
Motorists should use caution and be aware of the potential for black ice.
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December 15, 2022
Icy conditions expected. VDOT crews are ready to treat roads.
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December 14, 2022
Motorists should pay attention to forecasts and limit travel based on conditions
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August 16, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin today celebrated the new, 10-mile extension of the 95 Express Lanes to Fredericksburg opening to mainline traffic late on August 17, 2023 at a ceremonial ribbon cutting.
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June 27, 2023
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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March 31, 2023
VDOT provides travel information to plan ahead
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April 10, 2023
Public encouraged to provide input on projects that are recommended for funding
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April 17, 2023
National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 17 - 21, 2023
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May 19, 2023
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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June 26, 2023
Agency is ready to address effects of heavy rains and high winds; Motorists need to limit travel based on conditions
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July 21, 2023
Travelers will be able to use the new 10 miles of 95 Express Lanes; remaining new access points to open late 2023
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August 7, 2023
Agency ready to address effects of heavy rains and high winds; Motorists should limit travel based on conditions
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August 29, 2023
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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September 22, 2023
Agency ready to address effects of heavy rains, high winds and flooding; Motorists should limit travel based on conditions.
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September 26, 2023
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November 1, 2023
One of the nation's leading transportation research centers has its 75th anniversary
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November 16, 2023
Traffic tools to plan ahead for Turkey Day travel
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November 13, 2023
The project will increase capacity and mobility, alleviate congestion, improve safety, and enhance connectivity along the I-64 corridor
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November 29, 2023
Equipment, materials and staff are ready to go
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December 14, 2023
Traffic tools to plan ahead for holiday travel
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December 12, 2023
Agency announces first website overhaul since 2008; site now live
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December 18, 2023
Placed at periodic intervals on major highways in Virginia, green-and-white mile marker signs along the right shoulder help travelers report their location in an emergency
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June 29, 2023
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January 4, 2024
Be aware of conditions and plan trips around winter storm
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January 8, 2024
Travelers should remain weather aware and plan trips based on conditions
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January 11, 2024
Drivers should plan travel around storms and use extreme caution
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January 14, 2024
Travelers need to pay attention to weather along their routes and change plans based on road conditions
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January 18, 2024
Drivers should use caution as pavement remains near and below freezing across the state
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March 22, 2024
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March 28, 2024
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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March 29, 2024
VDOT reminds motorists to choose safety during upcoming celestial event
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April 11, 2024
Public encouraged to provide input on projects that are recommended for funding
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April 15, 2024
Runs April 15-19, 2024
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April 22, 2024
Participate in VDOT’s Adopt-a-Highway program to keep litter off roads
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April 23, 2024
Text messages claim people owe money for unpaid tolls
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May 17, 2024
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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June 10, 2024
Include pet safety in emergency travel plans
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June 17, 2024
Pollinator conservation provides bird and insect habitats and improves agency efficiencies
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June 20, 2024
Drivers should ready vehicles and prepare for hot weather
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June 27, 2024
VDOT provides traffic and travel information for drivers to plan ahead
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July 11, 2024
Expanded law helps prevent crashes with disabled and stopped vehicles and pedestrians
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August 7, 2024
Agency ready to address effects of heavy rains, high winds and flooding; Motorists should limit travel based on conditions
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August 22, 2024
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead.
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September 17, 2024
VDOT workers’ memorial is a reminder to practice safe driving in work zones
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September 26, 2024
Agency ready to address effects of heavy rains, high winds and flooding
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October 8, 2024
Deer mating season brings the heightened risk of crashes
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October 17, 2024
Put the phone down while driving and focus on the road
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October 30, 2024
Prepare for time change by adjusting driving habits
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November 1, 2024
Equipment and staffing are in place for the arrival of snow
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November 18, 2024
VDOT recognizes life-saving work of traffic incident responders
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November 20, 2024
Enhanced 511 system provides new features to help travelers plan ahead
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December 5, 2024
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December 16, 2024
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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January 4, 2025
VDOT focuses on pre-treatment and weather response ahead of incoming storm
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January 4, 2025
Drivers should avoid travel when winter weather arrives; Crews need room to work
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January 5, 2025
Intense winter weather to create dangerous road conditions
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January 6, 2025
VDOT crews working around the clock to make roads safe for travel
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January 6, 2025
VDOT working a multi-day storm response to make roads passable
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January 9, 2025
VDOT continues winter weather operations with more snow expected in days ahead
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January 10, 2025
Cold temperatures mean roads will become snow-covered and hazardous quickly
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January 11, 2025
Crews will shift focus to treating refreeze that is expected with low temperatures tonight
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January 18, 2025
Crews gearing up for the third weekend in a row of winter weather impacts to roads
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February 10, 2025
Crews prepare for snow and ice to arrive in the commonwealth. Motorists should plan travels around the storm.
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February 11, 2025
Crews in most of the commonwealth are plowing and treating roads. Motorists should not travel during and just after the storm.
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February 18, 2025
Crews currently pretreating roads. Motorists should plan travels around the storm.
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March 28, 2025
Public encouraged to provide input on projects that are recommended for funding
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March 31, 2025
Online survey now available for public to submit feedback
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April 2, 2025
Keep your eyes on the road to protect yourself and others
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April 10, 2025
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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April 21, 2025
VDOT recognizes National Work Zone Awareness Week
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May 1, 2025
VDOT encourages people to go for a ride and participate in bicycling events
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May 15, 2025
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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June 30, 2025
Online survey will accompany July in-person meetings
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July 7, 2025
3 p.m. meeting at Blue Ridge Community College
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June 26, 2025
VDOT provides traffic and travel information to plan ahead
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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.
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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
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February 16, 2023
Motorists should detour using Route 607
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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.
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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
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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
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January 18, 2023
Wednesday and Thursday nights from 7 p.m. - 5 a.m. daily
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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
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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
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October 19, 2023
Route 715 design complete, environmental work underway
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October 20, 2023
October 23-29, 2023
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October 27, 2023
October 30-November 5, 2023
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November 9, 2023
Eight miles of new highway opening mid-November between Breaks and Southern Gap
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November 27, 2023
Closure scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m.
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November 27, 2023
Switch planned for Tuesday, Nov. 28, through Friday, Dec. 8
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November 27, 2023
Monday, Dec. 11, from 4-6 p.m. at Southern Gap Transportation and Logistics Center
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November 29, 2023
Meeting planned for Dec. 4 from 4-6 p.m. at Wise Central High School
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November 9, 2023
November 13-19, 2023
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December 1, 2023
VDOT is working with Washington County, owners of the trail, to coordinate efforts.
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December 15, 2023
Dec. 18-24, 2023
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December 22, 2023
December 25-31, 2023
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October 23, 2023
Business Route 23 project in Wise wraps up
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October 3, 2023
Public meeting set for proposed roundabout at the intersection of Routes 11 and 660 in Smyth County
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November 3, 2023
In some locations sun hovers just above roadway, blinding drivers during commuting hours
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September 29, 2023
Scheduled for Saturday, October 14 from 9 a.m. - Noon at Highlands Fellowship Church in Bristol (134 Commerces Court)
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September 26, 2023
Thursday, October 12 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Richlands High School
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July 6, 2023
Monday, July 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Ridgeview High School
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September 6, 2023
Tuesday, September 12 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Abingdon High School
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June 22, 2023
Tuesday, July 11 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Wytheville Meeting Center
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June 22, 2023
Tuesday, July 11 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Wytheville Meeting Center
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January 3, 2024
A project to widen a portion of I-81 in the Bristol and Washington County areas is gearing up in January.
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January 3, 2024
Closure planned for January 15 through mid-April
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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).
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January 14, 2024
Monitor local forecasts and adjust travel as needed
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January 16, 2024
Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 (11:30 a.m.)
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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February 1, 2024
Three highway projects will be under construction soon in Wythe County.
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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.
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February 4, 2024
Right, center lane closure scheduled for February 5 - 6, 2024
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February 5, 2024
Right, center lane closure will be in place through Wednesday, February 7
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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
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May 8, 2023
Public encouraged to provide input on projects recommended for funding at Bristol District meeting May 15
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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January 18, 2023
Wednesday and Thursday nights from 7 p.m. – 5 a.m. nightly
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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.
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February 16, 2023
Beginning this afternoon (February 16) between Routes 601 and 607
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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March 22, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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May 8, 2024
Fourth and final phase of widening between Abingdon and Damascus.
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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.
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May 16, 2024
Use Interstate 81 exit 39 to access Route 11 west to Chilhowie
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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June 21, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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June 25, 2024
Beginning July 8 and lasting approximately eight weeks
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June 28, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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July 3, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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July 12, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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July 16, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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July 26, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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August 2, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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August 5, 2024
Monday, August 19 from 4 – 6 p.m. at Richlands Town Hall
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August 7, 2024
Projects underway include Route 11/Main Street, I-81 truck climbing lanes and Route 11/660 (Railroad Drive) roundabout
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August 9, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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August 12, 2024
The closure will last until 5 a.m. tomorrow
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August 13, 2024
Traffic will be rerouted through the City of Bristol beginning at 11 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14
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August 16, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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August 23, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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August 30, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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September 6, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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September 13, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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September 20, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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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.
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September 27, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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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.
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October 4, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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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.
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October 9, 2024
Work is anticipated to begin in late October.
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October 11, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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October 18, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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October 22, 2024
A contract has been signed to clean up and rebuild approximately 1.5 miles of Route 58 in Washington County.
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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.
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October 25, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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November 1, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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November 8, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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November 15, 2024
Work is anticipated to take approximately one week
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November 15, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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November 22, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
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November 27, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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December 2, 2024
Tuesday, December 10 from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
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December 6, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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December 10, 2024
Multiweek project begins Thursday, December 12
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December 13, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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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.
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December 20, 2024
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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January 3, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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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.
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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.
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January 8, 2025
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 4-6 p.m., at Oak Point Elementary School
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January 9, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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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.
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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.
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January 17, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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January 24, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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January 31, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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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.
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February 5, 2025
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) wants the public’s input on a survey regarding the Interstate 81 Exit 7 interchange area in Bristol.
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February 7, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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February 7, 2025
In mid-February, a safety project will begin on Route 460 at Commerce Drive and Leatherwood Lane in Bluefield.
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February 14, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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February 18, 2025
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) wants the public’s input on a survey regarding the King Mill Pike area in Bristol.
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February 18, 2025
As VDOT crews continue efforts to assess roadways following flooding in the region, they are also preparing for snow to hit Southwest Virginia beginning overnight tonight into Wednesday and Thursday.
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February 21, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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February 28, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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March 7, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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March 14, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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March 21, 2025
Due to a paving project at the rest area along I-81 northbound at mile marker 61 in Rural Retreat, the rest area will be closed Thursday, March 27, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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March 21, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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March 25, 2025
The current bridge will be closed to traffic during construction, and the bridge closure begins April 14.
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March 28, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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April 2, 2025
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and its contractor Jones Road & Bridge, Inc., Abingdon recently began a project on Route 23 in Wise County.
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April 4, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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April 9, 2025
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is holding a second information meeting for the Piedmont Avenue Bridge Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) study.
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April 11, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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April 18, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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April 25, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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May 2, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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May 5, 2025
VDOT offers information to review how to navigate roundabouts.
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May 7, 2025
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is preparing for the upcoming spring mowing season, as part of its ongoing efforts to maintain safe and well-kept roadways across the Bristol District.
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May 9, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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May 16, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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May 23, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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May 27, 2025
Online surveys available May 27 through June 10, 2025
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May 30, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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June 6, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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June 10, 2025
Be alert to a traffic shift beginning the evening of June 10
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June 13, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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June 18, 2025
Lane closures will be in place June 22-25
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June 18, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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June 20, 2025
Daytime lane closures planned for June 22 – 25 will be rescheduled
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June 26, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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July 2, 2025
Monday, July 7 at Virginia Intermediate School (4-7 p.m.)
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July 3, 2025
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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July 10, 2025
Scheduled for July 15 - 16
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July 11, 2025
Be alert to a traffic shift beginning Monday, July 14, at 8 a.m.
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July 11, 2025
All work is scheduled, weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511.VDOT.Virginia.gov.
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July 11, 2025
The upcoming temporary closure of the I-81 southbound exit 10 on ramp in Washington County due to ongoing construction work has been postponed.
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February 27, 2023
Expect flaggers, delays and changing traffic patterns
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February 21, 2023
Flaggers will control traffic around the clock for about two weeks during slide repairs
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February 10, 2023
A wintry mix of precipitation is expected late Saturday and Sunday for parts of Virginia.
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February 6, 2023
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) invites the public to attend a design public hearing for a project to improve safety at and around the intersection of Route 460 and Route 697
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December 23, 2022
Low temperatures will keep roads icy, especially neighborhood streets and mountainous areas.
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December 23, 2022
Extreme high winds are creating a blow-over hazard on Interstate 77 in Virginia between mile markers 0 and 10 just north of the North Carolina state line.
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December 22, 2022
Adjust or delay travel around weather, particularly on the Interstate 81 corridor
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December 21, 2022
Go early! Adjust travel until temperatures rise and risk of freezing rain passes.
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December 16, 2022
Project to extend ramps at the rest area is now complete.
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December 11, 2023
Drivers should expect a new traffic pattern and use caution
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March 6, 2023
Lane will be closed for an extended period for geotechnical survey and repairs
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March 7, 2023
Expect a traffic shift and flaggers controlling traffic on Route 8 this spring and summer
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March 21, 2023
Traffic will need to use local routes around the closure starting March 28
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April 10, 2023
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April 14, 2023
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June 13, 2023
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July 10, 2023
Flaggers to control traffic around the clock July 16 through 21
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July 11, 2023
Drivers should pay attention to message boards, expect delays and consider alternate routes
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July 25, 2023
Overnight lane and ramp closures to proceed traffic shift
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July 25, 2023
Drivers will need to seek alternate routes around the 7500 block of Bradshaw Road
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July 25, 2023
Through traffic will need to detour for about five days
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August 1, 2023
Nighttime lane and ramp closures to proceed southbound traffic shift
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August 15, 2023
Watch for new traffic pattern starting August 16
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August 29, 2023
Drivers will need to seek alternate routes for several weeks
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September 13, 2023
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September 26, 2023
Drivers should consider alternate routes and check 511 for updates
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October 2, 2023
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October 3, 2023
Traffic may be impacted between Plantation Road and Peters Creek Road
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October 23, 2023
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October 21, 2023
Southbound I-81 right lane closure at mile marker 138.4 to cause delays
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October 24, 2023
New bridge will carry the Appalachian Trail over Route 311 at McAfee Knob trailhead
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October 25, 2023
Work is weather dependent and tentatively expected to start Sunday, Oct. 29
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October 31, 2023
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November 17, 2023
Pedestrian bridge construction to start in late 2023 and be completed by late 2024
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December 5, 2023
Nighttime lane and ramp closure to proceed northbound traffic shift
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January 5, 2024
Drivers are encouraged to adjust travel around the storm
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January 6, 2024
Salem District Roadwatch: Jan. 5-12, 2024
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January 6, 2024
Many secondary roads have a glaze of ice due to low temperatures
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January 12, 2024
ROADWATCH: January 12 - 19, 2024
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January 14, 2024
SALEM DISTRICT: ANOTHER WINTER WEATHER STORM IS HEADED OUR WAY OVERNIGHT TONIGHT
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January 16, 2024
Watch out for ice and snow or delay travel until conditions improve
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January 16, 2024
Watch for possible ice and drive with caution
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January 18, 2024
Winter weather and cold pavement could create challenges for drivers
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January 19, 2024
ROADWATCH: January 19 - 26, 2024
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January 26, 2024
Salem District Roadwatch: January 26 - February 2, 2024
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February 2, 2024
ROADWATCH: February 2 - 9, 2024
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February 9, 2024
ROADWATCH: February 9 - 16, 2024
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February 15, 2024
VDOT anticipates work beneath the bridge will be completed in late April
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February 28, 2024
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March 1, 2024
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March 1, 2024
Salem District Roadwatch March 1-8, 2024
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March 18, 2024
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March 22, 2024
Salem District: ROADWATCH: March 22 – April 5, 2024
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March 27, 2024
Drivers should allow extra travel time and expect delays of 15-20 minutes
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April 1, 2024
Race fans! Reduce traffic congestion by following signs at Martinsville Speedway this weekend
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April 5, 2024
Drivers should consider alternate routes as heavy traffic expected in the area after eclipse
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April 23, 2024
Nighttime lane and ramp closures to proceed southbound traffic shift
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April 5, 2024
Salem District Roadwatch: April 5-12, 2024
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May 6, 2024
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May 6, 2024
Online survey for study will be open May 21 through June 3
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May 20, 2024
Nighttime lane and ramp closure planned ahead of exit 137 off ramp shift
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May 17, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: May 25 - 31, 2024
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May 24, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: May 24 - 31, 2024
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May 31, 2024
Salem District Roadwatch: May 31 - June 14, 2024
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June 3, 2024
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June 14, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: June 14 - 21, 2024
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June 21, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: June 21-28, 2024
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June 28, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: June 28 – July 12, 2024
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July 2, 2024
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July 2, 2024
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July 12, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: July 12 -19, 2024
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July 17, 2024
Design is underway with construction expected to begin in fall 2025
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August 1, 2024
Drivers turning left from Ashley Way and International Parkway onto Route 220 will need to use alternate routes
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August 2, 2024
Expect delays on southbound I-81 or use Route 11/460 during extended lane closure
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August 4, 2024
Emergency bridge repairs have been completed
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August 5, 2024
August 22 hearings for adjacent Route 460 projects: two in Roanoke County and one in Roanoke
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August 6, 2024
Weather permitting, watch for flaggers; repairs anticipated to be completed by Friday, Aug. 9
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August 12, 2024
Right lane and ramps on to and off northbound I-81 are closed
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September 10, 2024
Drivers will need to use Route 8 as a detour until later this year
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September 6, 2024
RoadWatch: September 6-13, 2024
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September 16, 2024
Casella will serve as VDOT’s top official for Bedford and Franklin counties
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September 26, 2024
Plan travel around the storm and use extreme caution on roadways
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October 6, 2024
Salem District Roadwatch: October 4-11, 2024
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October 7, 2024
Drivers headed to Draper businesses or New River Park Trail should use exit 92
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October 25, 2024
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October 25, 2024
Salem District RoadWatch: October 25 - November 1, 2024
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October 28, 2024
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October 28, 2024
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October 30, 2024
Drivers who use intersection of Brick Church Road and Route 220 will need to reroute
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November 18, 2024
Drivers to use exit 140 for access onto Interstate 81
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November 22, 2024
RoadWatch: November 22 – December 6, 2024
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December 9, 2024
Route 220 and Route 419 interchange to be replaced with diverging diamond design
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December 20, 2024
RoadWatch December 20, 2024 - January 3, 2025
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January 6, 2025
Crews still focused on interstates and primary roads; Secondary roads remain untreated
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January 6, 2025
Crews still working on plowing and treating roads
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January 9, 2025
Cold temperatures mean roads will become snow-covered and hazardous quickly
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January 11, 2025
Plowing continues on interstate and primary roads; Secondary roads have not been plowed yet
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January 11, 2025
Overnight low temperatures mean refreezing and icy roads
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January 15, 2025
Weather permitting, work is expected to be completed sometime in March
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January 17, 2025
RoadWatch: January 17 - 24, 2025
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January 18, 2025
Rain and snow + frigid temperatures = icy roads
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January 21, 2025
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January 23, 2025
Pay attention to message boards and expect new traffic patterns
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February 10, 2025
Prepare now for wintry mix of snow and freezing rain that will impact travel
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February 12, 2025
Ice storm warning remains in forecast until Thursday morning
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February 18, 2025
Monitor forecasts and plan travel around the storm
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February 21, 2025
Salem District RoadWatch: February 21-28, 2025
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February 24, 2025
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March 18, 2025
Input sought before projects are funded and developed
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March 20, 2025
Race fans! Follow signs at Martinsville Speedway weekend of March 28-30 to reduce traffic congestion
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March 21, 2025
RoadWatch: March 21 – April 4, 2025
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March 27, 2025
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March 31, 2025
Weather permitting, traffic at exit 140 to be impacted April 4-5 and April 11-12
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April 18, 2025
RoadWatch: April 18-25, 2025
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May 5, 2025
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May 14, 2025
Temporary signal will control traffic around the clock until sometime in July
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May 19, 2025
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May 19, 2025
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May 23, 2025
Salem District RoadWatch: May 23-30, 2025
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June 17, 2025
Drivers should expect repairs to take two to three weeks
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June 14, 2025
Salem District RoadWatch: June 13-20, 2025
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June 23, 2025
Same information to be presented on both dates
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June 24, 2025
Residents will have access to their homes but through traffic will need to use detour
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June 27, 2025
A temporary signal will control traffic through the work zone
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June 27, 2025
Salem District RoadWatch: June 27 – July 11, 2025
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July 7, 2025
Drivers should pay attention to message boards and signs
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July 11, 2025
Paving schedule between July 28 and August 1 may change depending on weather
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Bridgewater, Broadway, Craigsville, Dayton, Edinburg, Elkton, Front Royal, Glasgow, Goshen, Grottoes, Middletown, Mount Crawford, Mount Jackson, New Market, Stephens City, Strasburg, Timberville, Toms Brook and Woodstock
March 3, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 24, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 24, 2023
Overnight “slow roll” closures continue on Interstate 81 in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County due to bridge demolition work
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February 17, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 12, 2023
A weather system bringing mostly rain with some sleet and snow continues to move through the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands as the afternoon progresses into night on Sunday, February 12
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February 11, 2023
Some rain, some snow and possibly some sleet may fall in the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands on Sunday, February 12 into Monday, February 13
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February 10, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 9, 2023
The Virginia Department of Transportation will perform a sequenced reopening of lanes on Route 522 (North Frederick Pike) in the vicinity of a rockslide that occurred in Frederick County on January 13
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February 9, 2023
The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing concerning pedestrian access improvements to North Main Street (Route 11) in the city of Lexington
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July 28, 2023
Traffic on Route 11 (Old Valley Pike) in Shenandoah County is scheduled to begin using the new bridge over the North Fork Shenandoah River on Saturday, July 29.
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February 1, 2023
Staunton road condition update
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January 6, 2023
Harrisonburg area
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January 14, 2023
Southbound lanes to accommodate all Route 522 traffic
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January 14, 2023
Southbound lanes accommodating all Route 522 traffic
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January 17, 2023
Contractors replaced the bridge over Pleasant Run and made several roadway improvements
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January 20, 2023
Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Area
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January 24, 2023
Detour is in place
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January 24, 2023
Frederick County
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March 29, 2023
Rockingham, Page and Augusta Counties
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April 4, 2023
Interstate 81
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April 10, 2023
Interstate 81
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April 12, 2023
I-81 Off-Ramps at Exit 247 also Closed; Traffic to be Detoured
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April 13, 2023
Interstate 81
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April 21, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 26, 2023
Shenandoah County
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May 1, 2023
Staunton District
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September 15, 2023
Warren County work
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July 5, 2023
Warren County
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September 27, 2023
Rockingham County
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July 7, 2023
Augusta County
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July 10, 2023
Augusta County
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October 4, 2023
Rockingham County, Town of Broadway
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October 11, 2023
Clarke County
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July 12, 2023
Rockingham County - Harrisonburg
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July 20, 2023
Warren County
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July 25, 2023
Rockingham County
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July 28, 2023
Shenandoah County
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July 31, 2023
Rockbridge County
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August 4, 2023
Lane Closures at Route 11/262 Intersection in Staunton
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August 4, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 24, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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May 26, 2023
VDOT will install dynamic (flashing) stop signs, high-visibility crosswalks and pedestrian crossing signs
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August 11, 2023
Augusta County
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August 16, 2023
Waynesboro
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August 16, 2023
Rockbridge County
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August 16, 2023
Rockbridge County
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August 17, 2023
Rockbridge County
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August 23, 2023
Warren-Frederick county line
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June 5, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 6, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 21, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 23, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 23, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 23, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 28, 2023
Take survey June 29 through July 21; More at vaprojectpipeline.org
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June 28, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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June 30, 2023
Take Survey Through June 29 through July 21; More at vaprojectpipeline.org
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October 27, 2023
Repairs to begin at 8 p.m. on Oct. 30
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October 24, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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October 27, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 3, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 6, 2023
Rockingham County
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November 6, 2023
They allow VDOT to reset concrete barriers for the second phase of a bridge widening project
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November 6, 2023
The closure is due to a vehicle fire with HAZMAT
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November 6, 2023
Earlier in the day on Nov. 6, all the northbound and southbound I-81 lanes were closed due to a vehicle fire
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November 9, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 17, 2023
I-81 speed limit reduced to 60 miles an hour
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November 17, 2023
Restriction Signs Installed during the week of November 13, 2023
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November 17, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 20, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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November 30, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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December 1, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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December 1, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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December 4, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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December 11, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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January 3, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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December 8, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 2, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 26, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 22, 2024
City of Staunton
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January 19, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 19, 2024
Staunton District
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January 19, 2024
Staunton District
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January 18, 2024
Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands
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January 18, 2024
Staunton District - Winchester City and Frederick County
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January 17, 2024
Staunton District
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January 16, 2024
Staunton District
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January 16, 2024
Staunton District
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January 6, 2024
Staunton District
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January 15, 2024
Staunton District
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January 14, 2024
Staunton District
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January 15, 2024
Staunton District
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January 6, 2024
Staunton District
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December 26, 2023
Woodstock
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December 19, 2023
VDOT Staunton District
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January 15, 2024
Staunton District
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January 12, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 10, 2024
Town of Woodstock, Shenandoah County, Staunton District
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January 7, 2024
Staunton District
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January 6, 2024
Staunton District
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December 22, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 5, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 4, 2024
Staunton District
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December 15, 2023
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 8, 2024
Warren County
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February 9, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 14, 2024
STARS Route 50 Frederick County and City of Winchester
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February 16, 2024
Augusta County
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February 16, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 16, 2024
Staunton District
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February 23, 2024
Traffic impacts expected to be minor
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February 23, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 1, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 8, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 14, 2024
Related closures on eastbound Route 33 and entrance ramps to I-81
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March 15, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 18, 2024
Staunton District
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March 22, 2024
Traffic to be detoured
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March 22, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 25, 2024
Traffic to be detoured
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March 29, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 1, 2024
Rockingham County
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April 5, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 8, 2024
Augusta County
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April 11, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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April 12, 2024
Staunton District
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April 12, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 15, 2024
Staunton District
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April 15, 2024
Staunton District
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April 16, 2024
Take survey April 16 – April 30; more at https://publicinput.com/st-23-06alternatives
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April 19, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 22, 2024
Take survey April 16-May 12; more at https://publicinput.com/st-23-06alternatives
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April 26, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 30, 2024
Open-house meeting scheduled for May 15
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May 2, 2024
Pilot program coming to two Interstate 81 bridges in Shenandoah County
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May 3, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 7, 2024
Route 600 and Route 625 closures due to Interstate 81 bridge work
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May 10, 2024
Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County
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May 10, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 13, 2024
Staunton District
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May 14, 2024
Signal Currently in Flash Mode; Full Operation Next Week
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May 17, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 20, 2024
Take survey May 20 – June 4; more at https://publicinput.com/st-23-08alternatives
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May 24, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 31, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 7, 2024
Overnight lane closures during early stages of work
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June 7, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 12, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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June 14, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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June 14, 2024
Harrisonburg
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June 14, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 20, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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June 21, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 28, 2024
Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County
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June 28, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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July 1, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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July 5, 2024
Highway work zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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July 11, 2024
Overnight lane closures Wednesday and Thursday nights
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July 12, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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July 15, 2024
Augusta County
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July 16, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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July 17, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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July 19, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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July 26, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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August 2, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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August 8, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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August 9, 2024
Staunton District
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August 9, 2024
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August 15, 2024
Woodstock, Shenandoah County
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August 16, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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August 19, 2024
Harrisonburg Route 33 Bridge Project at I-81 Exit 247
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August 21, 2024
Page County
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August 22, 2024
Shenandoah County
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August 23, 2024
Augusta County
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August 23, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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August 26, 2024
Augusta County
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August 30, 2024
Augusta County
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August 30, 2024
Frederick County
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September 6, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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September 6, 2024
Augusta County
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September 13, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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September 19, 2024
City of Waynesboro
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September 20, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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September 26, 2024
Staunton District
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September 27, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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October 3, 2024
Augusta County
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October 4, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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October 7, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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October 11, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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October 11, 2024
Repairs to begin at 8 p.m. on Oct. 16
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October 17, 2024
Related closures on westbound Route 33 and entrance ramps to I-81
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October 18, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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October 24, 2024
I-81 Corridor Improvement Program
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October 25, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 1, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 8, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 15, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 22, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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November 25, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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December 4, 2024
Open house meeting set for January 9, 2025
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December 6, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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December 9, 2024
I-81 Corridor Improvement Program
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December 13, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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December 20, 2024
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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December 30, 2024
VDOT Staunton District
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January 3, 2025
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January 3, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 5, 2025
Staunton District
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January 6, 2025
Staunton District
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January 6, 2025
Staunton District
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January 6, 2025
Staunton District
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January 7, 2025
Staunton District
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January 7, 2025
Staunton District
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January 7, 2025
Staunton District
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January 8, 2025
Staunton District
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January 10, 2025
Staunton District
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January 10, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 11, 2025
Staunton District
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January 11, 2025
Staunton District
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January 17, 2025
Staunton District
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January 17, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 18, 2025
Staunton District
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January 19, 2025
Staunton District
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January 19, 2025
Staunton District
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January 20, 2025
Staunton District
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January 23, 2025
Staunton District
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January 24, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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January 27, 2025
Closure in place from February 3 through late 2025
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January 31, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 3, 2025
Staunton District
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February 4, 2025
Staunton District
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February 6, 2025
Staunton District
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February 7, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 10, 2025
Staunton Distriict
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February 11, 2025
Staunton District
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February 11, 2025
Staunton District
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February 11, 2025
Staunton District
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February 12, 2025
Staunton District
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February 12, 2025
Staunton District
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February 14, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 19, 2025
Staunton District
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February 20, 2025
Staunton District
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February 20, 2025
Staunton District
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February 21, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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February 24, 2025
Project Requires Temporary Traffic Restrictions, Permanent On-Street Parking Removal
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February 24, 2025
Crash near Mile Marker 210.7
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February 25, 2025
VDOT Staunton District
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February 24, 2025
VDOT Staunton District
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February 28, 2025
Traffic Detoured During Work Hours
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February 28, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 3, 2025
Work is Part of I-81 Corridor Improvement Program
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March 6, 2025
Town of Goshen
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March 7, 2025
I-81 Corridor Improvement Program
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March 7, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 12, 2025
I-81 Corridor Improvement Program
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March 14, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 21, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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March 26, 2025
33 Miles of Rumble Strips Also Planned for Enhanced Safety
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March 27, 2025
Input opportunities with online survey from March 27 to April 25 or at April in person meetings
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March 28, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 2, 2025
Closure expected to last five days
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April 4, 2025
Flagger Traffic Control Starts April 9
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April 4, 2025
Staunton District
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April 4, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 11, 2025
Staunton District
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April 11, 2025
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April 14, 2025
Staunton District
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April 16, 2025
Staunton District
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April 17, 2025
Staunton District
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April 18, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 22, 2025
Staunton District
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April 25, 2025
Staunton District
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April 25, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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April 30, 2025
Staunton District
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May 2, 2025
Traffic Signal in Operation 24/7 for Bridge Work
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May 2, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 5, 2025
Take online survey May 5-19, 2025; more at vaprojectpipeline.virginia.gov
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May 5, 2025
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May 5, 2025
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May 5, 2025
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May 5, 2025
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May 7, 2025
Interstate 81 Expect Major Delays Southbound at Mile Marker 269 May11 to May 13
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May 9, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 9, 2025
Staunton District
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May 15, 2025
I-81 Corridor Improvement Program
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May 16, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 19, 2025
Staunton District
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May 20, 2025
Augusta County
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May 23, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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May 29, 2025
Rockbridge County
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May 30, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 2, 2025
Staunton District
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June 3, 2025
Staunton District
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June 4, 2025
Staunton District
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June 6, 2025
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June 6, 2025
Staunton District
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June 6, 2025
Staunton District
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June 9, 2025
Permanent Signs Guide Motorists During Major Interstate Incidents and Closures
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June 10, 2025
Staunton District
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June 12, 2025
Bridge Work Part of I-81 Widening Project
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June 13, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 18, 2025
Signal Currently in Flash Mode, Begins Full Operation Next Week
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June 18, 2025
Staunton District
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June 20, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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June 24, 2025
Changes in Place by June 30
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June 24, 2025
Staunton District
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June 25, 2025
Staunton District
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June 25, 2025
Staunton District
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June 27, 2025
Temporary Signals Control Traffic Outside Closure Hours
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June 27, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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July 2, 2025
Route 250 ramp onto I-81 Southbound Will Also Close
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July 3, 2025
Open-house meeting between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
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July 3, 2025
Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District
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July 10, 2025
Interstate 81
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July 10, 2025
Interstate 81
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July 11, 2025
Warren County
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July 11, 2025
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