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Slow-roll closures on Interstate 81 in Rockbridge County Sunday

Chris Graham

interstate 81Interstate 81 travelers near Natural Bridge may experience brief delays early Sunday morning during slow-roll closures for utility work.

All northbound and southbound lanes will be closed during the slow-roll operations as utility lines are placed overhead across the interstate.  The slow roll will take place between mile markers 175 and 180 in Rockbridge County.

Closures are scheduled between 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Each closure will last 15 to 20 minutes. Rain date February 19.

This location is between I-81 exit 175 at Route 11 near Natural Bridge and exit 180 at Route 11 near Fancy Hill and Natural Bridge.

These times are subject to change and are weather dependent.

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

Traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511. Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at511Virginia.org. Citizens can dial 1-800-FOR- ROAD (1-800-367-7623) from anywhere in the state to report road hazards, ask transportation questions, or get information related to Virginia’s roads.

 
 




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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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