INTERSTATE 81
I-81 IRONTO REST AREA CLOSED FOR PAVING – Weather permitting, between Monday, July 28 and Friday, August 1, paving is scheduled at the Ironto Rest Area located on northbound I-81 at mile marker 128 in Montgomery County. This paving will require the rest area to be closed temporarily and restrict truck parking at times. I-81 travelers should plan accordingly and consider alternative safety rest areas and truck parking. The paving schedule is weather dependent and may change. Drivers should pay attention to electronic messages boards to get the latest information.
The current schedule is as follows:
The rest area will be closed on Monday, July 28, from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. and on Friday, August 1 from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. Truck parking will not be available between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29 and on Wednesday, July 30. On Thursday, July 31, only part of the rest area’s truck parking area will be available between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.
INTERSTATE 81 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE IN PULASKI COUNTY – Bridge maintenance will require the on-ramps to Route 100 off I-81, northbound and southbound, to be closed from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. the following morning, Sunday through Friday mornings. Drivers should watch message boards for the most up to date information as times and days may vary.
INTERSTATE 81 LANE WIDENING CONSTRUCTION PROJECT EXIT 137 TO EXIT 141 – The $179 million design-build project to widen both directions of I-81 between mile markers 136.6 and 141.8 from two to three lanes is underway. Work is being performed along a five-mile section of both northbound and southbound Interstate 81 in Roanoke County and the city of Salem. Barrier wall is in place along the shoulders. Two lanes of I-81 traffic in each direction are expected to remain open during the project with periodic lane closures scheduled during nighttime hours or outside of peak travel times as needed. Drivers can expect the following lane closures and upcoming traffic impacts in this area on northbound and southbound I-81:
LANE CLOSURES: Alternating left and right lane and shoulder closures during nighttime hours between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, are possible. Lane widths will be reduced to 11 feet. Nightly lane closures may be in place along the right lane with possible nightly ramp narrows as needed for guardrail and shoulder strengthening.
RAMP CLOSURES: Ramp closure of exit 140 on and off ramps onto southbound I-81 in Salem scheduled to be closed on Fridays and Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. the following morning, weather permitting.
FLAGGING OPERATIONS: Flagging operations possible on Route 635 and Route 619.
UNEVEN PAVEMENT: Drivers may experience some uneven pavement and/or rough surface throughout the project.
TRAFFIC SHIFTS: Drivers may experience periodic lane closures, narrow ramps or quick merges into traffic onto Thompson Memorial Drive from the southbound or northbound exit ramps of exit 140 off of I-81. Work zone located at bottom of the ramp for work on the I-81 bridge at the underpass.
TRAFFIC SHIFTS WILDWOOD ROAD: Expect a work zone with traffic shifts and narrow width on Wildwood Road after exiting I-81 southbound on exit 137 heading towards Salem. Southbound and northbound I-81 exit and entrance ramp narrows are possible at Route 311.
WORK ZONE SPEED: Drivers should adhere to posted 60 mph speed limits in the work zone and allow space when following a vehicle. Narrow spacing in lanes due to barrier walls, lack of shoulders and lane shifts in various locations, are present.
The project also includes replacing six bridges, widening two bridges, installing approximately 2.6 miles of sound barrier walls along northbound I-81, improving the southbound exit 137 off-ramp intersection at Wildwood Road and adding interchange lighting at exits 137, 140 and 141. Expected completion in early 2026.
I-81 WIDENING FROM MILE MARKER 143 TO 151 – The I-81 widening project is underway with survey and preparation work. Shoulder strengthening work will require northbound and southbound lane closures during nighttime hours. Barrier wall installation expected in late summer or fall. The expected completion for this project is summer 2031.
WORK ZONE SPEED: Drivers should adhere to posted 60 mph speed limits in the work zone and allow space when following a vehicle. Speed reminders are posted for drivers.
Belle Haven Road – Drivers may see periodic daytime flagging operations in place.
LANE CLOSURES – Periodic right and left lane closures in place during nighttime hours 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., on northbound and southbound I-81
RAMPS – Ramps on I-81, northbound and southbound, may be narrowed at exit 150. 146 and 143.
DETOUR SIGNS: While detour signs are in place on I-81 and routes around the project such as Route 11 and Plantation Road, these do not designate a permanent or scheduled detour. The signed detour route is suitable for all traffic during incidents including tractor-trailers and other large vehicles. These signs are used for traffic incident detours only.
I-81 NB & SB DECK OVERLAY AT PEAK CREEK MILE MARKER 95.7 – Repair work is underway on the northbound and southbound bridges on I-81 over Peak Creek near mile marker 95.7. This repair work will require nighttime single lane closures for the duration of the project. Lane closures may occur nightly from Sunday night through Friday mornings between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. For the deck overlay process, lane closures may be in place between Sunday nights through Friday mornings. For the southbound lanes these will occur between the hours of 7pm and 10am, and for the northbound lanes between the hours of 6pm through 9am. Details on these closures will be listed below on a weekly basis. Estimated completion is Summer 2025.
Alternating nighttime northbound and southbound left and right lane closures may or may not be in place from mile marker 96 to 94 during the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. while other work on the project continues.
I-81 NORTHBOUND AT EXIT 105 NEW RIVER BRIDGE REPLACEMENT IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY – Traffic on northbound I-81 has been switched onto the newly constructed bridge over the New River at the Montgomery/Pulaski County line. Lane and shoulder closures may be in place near exit 105. Lane closure may be in effect during the week from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. Shoulder closures may be in effect at any time during the week. 7low rolls may be performed on I-81 in the north and southbound lanes from mile marker 98 to 109. Speed limit is reduced to 60 miles per hour in the work zone. Shoulder closures will remain in place though the duration of the project.
LANE CLOSURES: Nighttime right and left lane closures may be in place on I-81 northbound or southbound between mile marker 106 and 104 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning.
ROUTE 605: Alternating lane closures and flagging operations may be present on Route 605, located under the New River Bridge, for paving operations and work overhead on the bridge.
SLOW ROLLS: Slow rolls may be utilized periodically on both the northbound and southbound lanes from mile marker 98-109 for structural steel deliveries and setting beams.
I-81 BRIDGE DECK REPAIRS – Weather permitting, crews will repair bridge decks on Interstate 81 between mile markers 170 to 89, right and left lane closures will be in place northbound and southbound during nighttime hours, 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should watch for signs and work zone areas. Delays are possible.
INTERSTATE 581
I-581 PATCHING OPERATIONS – Weather permitting, beginning August 18, crews will perform paving and patching operations. Lane closures will be in place northbound and southbound, Sunday through Thursday, during nighttime hours, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should watch for signs and expect possible delays.
INTERSTATE 77 (CARROLL COUNTY)
I-77 PAVING & PATCHING OPERATIONS – Weather permitting, crews will perform paving and patching operations on Interstate I-77. Right, left and center lane closures will be in place northbound and southbound, Monday through Friday, during nighttime hours, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should watch for signs and expect possible delays.
I-77 BRIDGE DECK REPAIRS – Weather permitting, crews will perform paving operations on Interstate 77. Right and left lane closures will be in place northbound and southbound during nighttime hours, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should watch for signs and expect possible delays.
Bridge deck overlays on I-77 from 8.78 miles north of the North Carolina line to 6.24 miles south of the intersection with Route 58 are underway. Lane closures will be in place underneath the bridge on Route 148. Expected completion date is scheduled for Fall 2025.
ROANOKE CITY
ORANGE AVENUE OFF RAMP SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS – Drivers can expect shoulder closures, narrow ramps and lane closures eastbound and westbound on Route 460 (Orange Avenue) from Burrell Street northwest and Gainsboro Road northwest to the intersection of Williamson Road northeast and on the off ramp from I-581. Shoulder closures expected on Route 460 (Orange Avenue) eastbound and westbound with right and left lane closures in place during nighttime hours. Delays are possible.
ROANOKE COUNTY
PIPE REPLACEMENT TO CLOSE TIMBERVIEW ROAD – Weather permitting, on Sunday, July 20, from 6 p.m. until 6 a.m. the following morning on Monday, July 21, a section of Route 1404 (Timberview Road) will be closed for a pipe replacement. The pipe is located at 2338 Timberview Road. Drivers can detour around the closure using Loch Haven Lake Drive. Timberview Road will be closed to through traffic for the pipe replacement. Residents will still be able to access their homes. The overnight closure will be rescheduled to a later night if weather conditions dictate. Drivers should pay attention to message boards for any schedule changes.
ROUTE 622 (BRADSHAW ROAD) CULVERT REPLACEMENT – On April 21, work began on a culvert replacement over Mason Creek on Route 622 (Bradshaw Road). The culvert is located about 6.8 miles from Route 311. A temporary signal is in place to control traffic around the clock to allow drivers to alternate using one open lane during the culvert replacement until sometime in August 2025. Drivers should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes. Electronic message boards will be posted to alert motorists to the upcoming roadwork an6traffic impacts.
ROUTE 220/ROUTE 419 DIVERGING DIAMOND INTERCHANGE – The Route 220/Route 419 interchange project is underway. It will be reconfigured with a diverging diamond concept and multiple intersections on both Route 220 and Route 419 will be modified to enhance signal timing and reduce congestion. The intersections on Route 220 are at27alley Avenue/Southern Hills Drive, Crossbow Circle/Pheasant Ridge Road, Buck Mountain Road/Stable Road and Indian Grave Road/Clearbrook Village Lane. The intersections on Route 419 are at Ogden Road, Elm View Road and South Peak Boulevard. With multiple activities scheduled, completion at different locations will take place throughout the life of the project. Expected completion is fall 2028.
ROUTE 220 AT SOUTHERN HILLS & VALLEY AVENUE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS – Construction activities for this project are underway starting with lane closures during nighttime hours from 7 p.m. until 6 a.m. the next morning, Sunday night through Friday morning. Shoulder closures possible during daytime hours.
BEDFORD COUNTY
ROUTE 682 PIPE REPLACEMENT – A section of Route 682 (Kelso Mill Road) is closed for two pipe replacements. The first structure is located 0.32 mile west of Route 683, Sharps Mountain Road and the second structure is located .10 mile east of Route 683 Sharps Mountain Road. A detour will be in place using Route 683 (Sharps Mountain Road). Work is scheduled for completion August 2025.
ATKINSON HOLLOW ROAD CULVERT REPLACEMENT – A temporary signal was installed in May as part of work to replace a culvert on Route 839 (Atkinson Hollow Road) in Bedford County. The culvert is located four miles northeast of Stewartsville and about 0.4 mile north of Route 619 (Jordantown Road). Drivers should expect delays until sometime in late July, weather permitting. Temporary signals on the roadway and in front of driveways will control traffic around the clock to allow drivers to alternate using one open lane during the culvert replacement and ability to nturn out of driveways in the constriction zone. A width restriction of 11 feet will be in place until the signal is removed. Signs have been posted to alert motorists to the upcoming roadwork and traffic impacts. Work is expected to be completed in late July/August 2025.
ROUTE 666 BRIDGE REPAIRS OVER ELK CREEK – Route 666 bridge repair over Elk Creek is underway. The bridge is located 1.8 miles east of Route 622 to l.60 mile west of Route 221. The road is scheduled to close in August 2025 with an estimated completion in summer 2026.
BOTETOURT COUNTY
ROUTE 621 (ROARING RUN ROAD) REDUCED TO ONE LANE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENT – Work is underway on Route 621 (Roaring Run Road) for a culvert replacement in the vicinity of 618 Roaring Run Road. As of Tuesday, July 15, Route 621 (Roaring Run Road) is reduced to one lane of traffic controlled by a temporary signal that will alternate traffic through the work zone until completion of the project. Delays are possible. Expected completion is fall 2025.
HUNTER’S GREEN PAVING RECONSRUCTION OPERATION – Beginning Monday, July 7, the state routes within Hunter’s Green subdivision will be reconstructed. Drivers may experience delays and rough road surfaces that may appear gravel-like during this process. Once the surface treatment is applied, this will not be the final riding surface on the roadway and may continue to feel rough for 4-6 weeks until the routes can be paved with traditional asphalt concrete pavement.
ROUTE 622 EXTENDED CLOSURE – A section of Route 622 (Dagger Springs Road) in the Eagle Rock area of Botetourt County is closed for approximately four months. The closure starts a mile north of Route 612 (Blue Grass Trail) and extends about 1.2 miles to Tate Road. Drivers should follow detour signs. Work will include drainage improvements, culvert replacements and major slope work. Expected completion in August 2025.
CRAIG BOTETOURT SCENIC TRAIL BRUSH CUTTING AND STABILIZATION WORK – Residents along the former Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Craig Valley Branch railbed in Botetourt and Craig counties may notice maintenance work continuing on the old railbed. These activities are intended to prevent additional deterioration and to help designers who are developing plans for the Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail. VDOT continues to collect d23ta and conduct site visits and field reviews on the railbed. The design plans for Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail are still being refined and a specific schedule for construction has yet to be determined.
CARROLL COUNTY
ROUTE 620 SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS – A safety improvement project on Route 620 is underway from 0.1 mile south of Route 707 to 0.1 mile north of Route 707. Flagging operations may be in place during daytime hours and drivers should use caution in the work zone. Watch for message board updates. The expected completion date is scheduled for June 2025.
ROUTE 764 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT – Route 764 is closed with a detour in place for a bridge replacement project over Greasy Creek. The bridge is located 2.8 miles from the Pulaski line to 0.05 mile of Route 765 north. The project is estimated to be completed in September 2025.
CRAIG COUNTY
CRAIG BOTETOURT SCENIC TRAIL BRUSH CUTTING AND STABILIZATION WORK – Residents along the former Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Craig Valley Branch railbed in Botetourt and Craig counties may notice maintenance work continuing on the old railbed. These activities are intended to prevent additional deterioration and to help designers who are developing plans for the Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail. VDOT continues to collect data and conduct site visits and field reviews on the railbed. The design plans for Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail are still being refined and a specific schedule for construction has yet to be determined.
FLOYD COUNTY
FLOYD FEST MUSIC FESTIVAL – The music festival Floyd Fest 2025 will be held at 5826 Floyd Highway North from July 23-27. Drivers should use Route 8 and Route 221 as access gateways to Floyd County from I-77, I-81 and Route 220. Motorists should expect higher traffic volumes and some congestion on these routes and in the Town of Floyd. An increase in pedestrian traffic may also be present in the area.
ROUTE 712 SURFACE TREATMENT AND IMPROVEMENTS – Work is underway on Route 712 (Hope Road) for surface treatment and general improvements. Drivers should expect single lane closures throughout the entire roadway with flagging operations in place. A one-week detour, scheduled in March, will also be required during the project where drivers will need to use Robertson Mill Road. Drivers should watch message boards for updates. Expected completion is summer 2025.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
ROUTE 795 PIPE REPLACEMENT – Work is underway on a section of Route 795 (Stave Mill Road) on an emergency pipe replacement. The road is closed. The structure is located 0.20 mile west of Route 40 (Franklin Street) and 0.30 mile east of Route 640 (Six Mile Post Road). Work is scheduled for completion by approximately Friday, July 25, 2025.
ROUTE 756 PIPE REPLACEMENT – Effective Monday, July 28, a section of Route 756 (Old Forge Road) will be closed for a pipe replacement. The structure is located 1.19 miles east of Route 806 (Factory Hill Road) and 0.80 mile west of Route 736 (Madcap Road). Weather permitting, work is expected to be completed on Friday, August 8, 2025.
ROUTE 865 BRIDGE PROJECT – Beginning Monday, July 21, a section of Route 865 (Timber Line Road) will be closed for a bridge maintenance project. The structure is located 0.40 mile east of Route 605 (Henry Road) and 1.00 miles west of Route 778 (Republican Church Road). Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed August 14, 2025.
ROUTE 613 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE CLOSURE – Work is underway on a section of Route 613 (Naff Road) will be closed for a bridge maintenance project. The structure is located 0.20 mile south of Route 726 (Wades Gap Road) and 1.60 miles north of Route 852 (Guthrie Road). Residents living on the road will have access to their homes on either side of the closure but through traffic will not be able to cross the bridge. A detour will be in place and drivers will need to seek alternate routes around the closure. Work is scheduled for completion in September 2025.
ROUTE 640 CLOSURE FOR PIPE REPLACEMENT – Work to replace a pipe on a section of Route 640 (6 Mile Post Road) is underway and the road is closed. The structure is located approximately 0.20 mile north of Route 795 (Stave Mill Road) and 0.30 mile south of Route 1033 (Highfield Road). A detour will be in place using Route 756 (Old Forge Road). Work is scheduled for completion in August 2025.
ROUTE 705 CLOSURE FOR BRIDGE REPLACEMENT – Effective Monday, June 16, a section of Route 705 (Chestnut Hill Road) will be closed for a bridge replacement. The structure is located 0.30 mile south of Route 714 (Washboard Road) and 1.30 miles north of Route 954 (Ball Park Drive). Drivers will need to seek alternate routes around the closure. Work is scheduled for completion November 2026.
CONNECTOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION CLOSES BRICK CHURCH ROAD – During the week of November 11, drivers who use the intersection of Route 697 (Brick Church Road) and Route 220 (Virgil Goode Highway) in the Wirtz area of Franklin County began to reroute due to a project to build a new connector road.
Brick Church Road will be closed to through traffic starting just east of its intersection with Route 696 (Pleasant Breeze Drive). Drivers heading east on Brick Church Road toward Route 220 will need to use Pleasant Breeze Drive to access southbound Route 220.
Southbound Route 220 drivers who normally turn onto Brick Church Road will need turn at Pleasant Breeze Drive to return to Brick Church Road if they are heading to destinations west of Pleasant Breeze Drive. Local traffic will still be able use the section of Brick Church Road between Route 220 and Pleasant Breeze Drive to access homes and businesses.
During construction, flaggers will control traffic at times and a temporary signal will be installed at the intersection of Brick Church Road and Pleasant Breeze Drive, so drivers should expect possible delays and use caution in the work zone. Motorists should pay attention to signs and electronic message boards.
These traffic changes will remain in place once a new 0.4-mile section of roadway is built to connect Brick Church Road and Commonwealth Parkway. As part of the project, a new cul-de-sac will be constructed on Brick Church Road just east of its intersection with Pleasant Breeze Drive. The road project is being administered by Franklin County and is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2025.
