Shenandoah County - VDOT public survey focuses on Route 11 at Interstate 81 Exit 298

STAUNTON — The public is invited to participate in an online survey, February 13-27, 2025, regarding a study near Interstate 81, exit 298 in Shenandoah County. The study area focuses on Route 11 (Old Valley Pike) from Radio Station Road/Route 825 (Hite Lane) in the Town of Strasburg to Route 629 (Oranda Road) at Route 850 (Quarry Lane) in Shenandoah County.

Here is the survey link:  https://publicinput.com/us11exit298  

The study evaluates existing and future transportation conditions along the study corridor. Study data will focus on the locations and possible causes of travel delays and crashes. Recommendations to address safety issues and enhance mobility for all roadway users will be considered.

Route 11 is a minor arterial four-lane roadway with a posted speed limit of 45 miles per hour. In 2023 it had an average annual daily traffic count of 13,000 vehicles per day. The corridor attracts a high percentage of trucks from nearby industrial uses accessing I-81.

The I-81 exit 298 Strategically Targeted Affordable Roadway Solutions (STARS) study is a collaborative effort between the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Shenandoah County, and the Town of Strasburg to evaluate transportation needs and develop recommendations to improve the exit 298 interchange.

Upon survey completion, VDOT and its study partners will evaluate the data and develop potential recommendations for future improvements. Final study recommendations will be considered by VDOT, Shenandoah County and the Town of Strasburg for advancement through state transportation funding programs.

VDOT is serving as the project manager for the study with JMT as a consulting partner for developing the study, supporting analysis, and improvement concepts.

The VDOT Staunton District serves Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, Rockbridge, Alleghany and Bath counties.