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VDOT: Warren County Traffic alert for March 15 – 19, 2021
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 entry or a revised entry since last week’s report.
INTERSTATE 66
*UPDATE* Mile marker 12 to 9, westbound – Overnight alternating lane closures for installation of traffic-sensor equipment, Monday through Friday nights from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
INTERSTATE 81
No lane closures reported.
PRIMARY ROADS
*NEW* Route 340/522 (Winchester Road) – Overnight alternating lane closures for traffic signal inspections between Route 675 (Success Road) and Clarke County line, 9 p.m. Thursday to 5 a.m. Friday.
SECONDARY ROADS
No lane closures reported.
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