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VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for November 18 – 15, 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.
INTERSTATE 66
*NEW* Mile marker 1 to 2, eastbound and westbound – Alternating lane closures for inspection of Route 842 (Sulphur Spring Road) overpass bridge, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday.
INTERSTATE 81
No lane closures were reported.
PRIMARY ROADS
No lane closures were reported.
SECONDARY ROADS
Route 658 (Rockland Road) – Closed to through traffic between Route 340/522 (Winchester Road) and Route 705 (Fishnet Boulevard) for the construction of a bridge over Norfolk Southern Railway. Follow the posted detour. Estimated completion December 2025.
Vegetation management may take place district-wide on various routes. VDOT reminds motorists to use extreme caution when traveling through work zones.
Traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511 or www.511Virginia.org.
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