Road Work Ahead: What You Need to Know

Driving around Augusta, Rockbridge, and Rockingham counties? Expect some delays. Road work is happening all over, and it's not just about fixing potholes. Crews are busy with everything from bridge inspections to installing new traffic signals. In Augusta County, Interstate 81 is getting some major attention. The widening project is causing single-lane closures and shoulder restrictions until March. If you're driving on Route 11, be prepared for flagger-controlled traffic and shoulder closures. And if you're heading to Verona, Route 612 and Route 901 are undergoing intersection improvements, so expect occasional flagger control.Rockbridge County drivers, take note: Interstate 64 is undergoing tree trimming, and Interstate 81 has some bridge inspections scheduled. Route 11 is also seeing a lot of action, with flagger control and shoulder closures for sign work. Various roads will have flagger-controlled traffic for pipe replacement, ditch work, and other maintenance. Over in Rockingham County, Interstate 81 is getting truck-climbing lanes, and the Route 33 bridge and interchange project is underway. Route 33 drivers should expect single-lane closures and shoulder restrictions. Other roads like Route 256 and Route 340 are also seeing shoulder closures for sign work and traffic signal installation. Weather and material supplies can change work schedules, so always stay alert. For real-time updates, check the 511 Virginia website or download the mobile app. And remember, the speed limit in work zones is 60 miles per hour.