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VDOT Opens New Lanes on I-81
Location: Salem, VA
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) announced the opening of three travel lanes on I-81 between exits 137 and 141 in Roanoke County and Salem. This initiative is part of the Interstate 81 Corridor Improvement Program.
Improvements Highlighted:
- New Bridges: Over Route 112, Route 635, and Route 619.
- Wider Bridges: Over Route 311 at Exit 140.
- Intersection Enhancements: At the southbound exit 137 off-ramp and Wildwood Road.
- Interchange Lighting: Installed at exits 137, 140, and 141.
- Lane Improvements: Acceleration and deceleration lanes enhanced.
- Sound Barriers: About 2.6 miles of new sound barrier walls along northbound lanes.
Dave Covington, I-81 program delivery director for VDOT, expressed gratitude to drivers for their patience during construction and emphasized safety in work zones.
Ongoing Work:
Additional tasks include landscaping, sign installation, and grading, with temporary lane closures expected as work continues.
For more information on I-81 construction projects, visit VDOT’s website.
Feel free to ask for more details or additional information!
