
VDOT sets public hearing on I-81 Exit 247 improvements
VDOT will hold a design public hearing for improvements to Interstate 81 Exit 247 ramps and Route 33 (East Market Street) bridges over I-81 and Norfolk Southern Railroad.

VDOT will hold a design public hearing for improvements to Interstate 81 Exit 247 ramps and Route 33 (East Market Street) bridges over I-81 and Norfolk Southern Railroad.

While most in Virginia were enjoying extended summer weather, VDOT has been making plans for snow. Staffing, equipment and materials are in place and ready to go once winter makes an entrance.

Laura Farmer has been named VDOT’s new chief financial officer, following an extensive search and competitive recruitment process.

Citizens interested in the replacement of the Route 621, Brook Hill Road, bridge and approaches over Appomattox River are encouraged to attend a Design Public Hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 4-6 pm at Cumberland High School, 15 School Road, Cumberland.

VDOT is closing two bridges that cross Middle River in Augusta County.

Shane Mann, P.E., has been selected as VDOT’s new Richmond District engineer. Mann brings over 25 years of transportation experience to the position.

Dave Covington will lead VDOT’s implementation of projects and initiatives as the new Interstate 81 program delivery director.

The Virginia DMV and VDOT are sending letters to over 16,000 Virginians with registered vehicles bearing clean special fuel license plates to notify them of two upcoming changes that will affect high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane access privileges.

VDOT is prepared to keep Virginia roads safe ahead of forecast effects of Hurricane Dorian. Crews across the state stand prepared to respond to any unsafe traveling conditions and damage resulting from the storm.

VDOT will make trips easier by suspending most highway work zones and lifting most lane closures on interstates and other major roads in Virginia from noon Friday, Aug. 30, until noon Tuesday, Sept. 3.
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