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VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for April 8 – 12, 2024
The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in Warren County during the coming weeks. Scheduled work is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supplies. Motorists are advised to watch for slow-moving tractors during mowing operations. When traveling through a work zone, be alert to periodic changes in traffic patterns and lane closures.
*NEW* or *UPDATE* indicates a new or revised entry since last week’s report.
INTERSTATE 66
Mile marker 9 to 7, westbound—There will be an overnight right lane closure at the Shenandoah River bridge for utility work, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. nights through April 26.
INTERSTATE 81
Mile marker 299 to 300, northbound and southbound—There will be Overnight lane closures and traffic-lane shifts as needed from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through December 2024. Shoulder closures will also be 24/7. The work zone speed limit is 55 miles an hour. The work is related to the southbound acceleration ramp extension and bridge widening, which is estimated to be completed in late 2024.
PRIMARY ROADS
*NEW* Route 340/522 (Winchester Road) – Northbound and southbound alternating lane closures between Route 655 (Country Club Road/Crooked Run Boulevard) and Route 661 (Fairground Road) for sign installation, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
*NEW* Route 522/340 (Remount Road/Winchester Road) – Mobile lane closures for pavement markings between Rappahannock County line and Clarke County line, excluding the Town of Front Royal, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 11 – 15.
SECONDARY ROADS
No lane closures were reported.
Vegetation management may take place district-wide on various routes. Motorists are reminded to use extreme caution when traveling through work zones.
Traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511 or at www.511Virginia.org.
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