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CANCELLED : Winter Advisory Upgraded to Winter Storm Warning (Includes Wintergreen)

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CANCELLED : Winter Advisory Upgraded to Winter Storm Warning (Includes Wintergreen)
From NWS : The previously issued Winter Weather Advisory has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning along the Blue Ridge Parkway. This includes Wintergreen Resort.
! CANCELLED !

WINTER STORM WARNING
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1109 AM EST Sun Feb 12 2023

The previously issued Winter Weather Advisory has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning for some areas along the Blue Ridge Parkway.This includes Wintergreen Resort.

WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST
TONIGHT…

* WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation. Total snow accumulations of up
to two to three inches, with localized amounts up to five inches
south of Interstate 64. Total ice accumulations of two-tenths to
three-tenths are expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE…Central Virginia Blue Ridge.

* WHEN…Until midnight EST tonight.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Freezing rain is likely while
occasionally mixing with ice pellets. A shift over to all snow
is possible by the evening, becoming locally heavy.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

WATCH FOR REFREEZING CONDITIONS TONIGHT IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY AREA

STAUNTON – (3:15 p.m.) A weather system bringing mostly rain with some sleet and snow continues to move through the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands as the afternoon progresses into night on Sunday, February 12. Some icing on trees has been observed in higher elevations.

Motorists should be alert for possible accumulating snow in higher elevations tonight. The rest of the area may experience more rain with some fog followed by a dry pattern with possible refreezing on roadway. Travelers may encounter icy or slushy road conditions, especially on bridges, overpasses and any elevated surface. Tree debris in areas of icing and wind may be possible.

Virginia Department of Transportation Staunton District crews will continue to monitor roads and treat as needed.

When traveling, buckle up and drive to conditions. If wipers are on headlights should also be on.

For winter weather road conditions go to http://www.511Virginia.org, look at the orange bar on the top of the page and click on “Text Views” and then click on “Road Condition Table”. Look at the pull down box that lists all jurisdictions. In this box individual counties can be chosen to view.

On the go? Then visit VDOT’s Free Virginia 511 Tools to get your 511 app for android or iOS. Traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511.

The VDOT Customer Service Center can be accessed through its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are on site 24/7 every day of the year to assist the public. People can also call the VDOT Customer Service Center at 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623).

The Staunton District Snow Page is on the VDOT website under Travel Center Snow Emergency Pages. The Staunton District Twitter feed is at @VaDOTStaunton.

The Staunton District Twitter feed is at @VaDOTStaunton. VDOT can be followed on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube. RSS feeds are also available for statewide information. The VDOT Web page is located at http://www.VirginiaDOT.org.

The VDOT Staunton District serves Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, Rockbridge, Alleghany and Bath counties.

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Road condition definitions:

Severe – drifting or partially blocked road.

Moderate – snow or ice on major portions of the roadway.

Minor – bare pavement except for isolated spots of snow, ice or slush.

! EXPIRED ! : Winter Weather Advisory Along & Near Blue Ridge Parkway / Skyline

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! EXPIRED ! : Winter Weather Advisory Along & Near Blue Ridge Parkway / Skyline
From NWS : A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect Sunday for many areas near and along the Blue Ride Parkway and Skyline Drive. Click on the image above for the latest updates.

! EXPIRED !

Scroll for VDOT & additional NWS info as well
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
218 PM EST Sat Feb 11 2023
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-Central Virginia Blue Ridge (Including Wintergreen Resort & Big Meadows)
218 PM EST Sat Feb 11 2023

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 10 PM EST
SUNDAY…

* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of
two to four inches with localized amounts up to five inches
south of Interstate 64. Total ice accumulations of around one
tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE…Northern Virginia Blue Ridge and Central Virginia Blue
Ridge.

* WHEN…From 7 AM to 10 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
218 PM EST Sat Feb 11 2023

VAZ025-026-120330-
/O.NEW.KLWX.WW.Y.0010.230212T1200Z-230213T0300Z/
Augusta-Rockingham-
218 PM EST Sat Feb 11 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 10 PM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of
  one to three inches with localized amounts up to four inches
  along the higher ridges. Total ice accumulations up to one
  tenth of an inch.

* WHERE...Augusta and Rockingham Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 10 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The snow and ice accumulations will be
  focused to the higher terrain above 1500 feet, with greater
  amounts above 2000 feet.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
245 PM EST Sat Feb 11 2023

VAZ018>020-023-024-034-035-WVZ043-044-507-508-120345-
/O.EXB.KRNK.WW.Y.0009.230212T0500Z-230213T0500Z/
Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-Botetourt-Rockbridge-Bedford-Amherst-
Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington,
Hot Springs, Fincastle, Lexington, Buena Vista, Bedford, Amherst,
Hinton, Hix, Union, Lewisburg, White Sulphur Springs, Quinwood,
Duo, and Rainelle
245 PM EST Sat Feb 11 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
MIDNIGHT EST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations
  of up to 3 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest and west
  central Virginia and southeast West Virginia.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to midnight EST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Some uncertainty exists regarding the
  expected temperatures. A small change could lead to more
  freezing rain or sleet and less snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow...sleet...or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

STORM WILL BRING WINTRY MIX FOR THE WEEKEND

Monitor weather, consider evening travel around Super Bowl festivities

CULPEPER — Football fans should keep an eye on weather channels along with their sports feeds as they plan their Super Bowl festivities. A winter storm is forecast to dump a wintry mix on Virginia on Sunday and, while it may not set any records, the mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow may make travel hazardous through Monday morning across Piedmont Virginia.

Crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation are monitoring the storm and will be on duty overnight Saturday as the storm begins. They will continue working on Sunday to treat roads and respond to any reports of refreezing Sunday night and early Monday morning.

Ice is likely to form first in areas where pavement temperatures are lowest. These spots include bridges, overpasses, and ramps and at elevations such as the mountain passes on Interstate 64 and U.S. 250 in Albemarle County, U.S. 33 at Swift Run Gap in Greene County, U.S. 211 at Thornton Gap and U.S. 522 at Chester Gap in Rappahannock County.

Drivers should closely monitor weather reports and road conditions during the day on Sunday when planning evening activities. Road conditions may deteriorate quickly as temperatures fall near freezing overnight Sunday and early Monday morning. Prior to travel, motorists should visit 511virginia.org, call 511 or check the 511 Virginia mobile app for up-to-date information on road and traffic conditions.

Since the storm is forecast to begin as rain in the Culpeper District on Sunday brine was not used for this event. The rain would wash it off the roads, rendering it ineffective.

Safety and Travel Resources

When winter weather arrives, residents and motorists should plan travel ahead of time, check road conditions, prepare an emergency car kit, follow forecasts and announcements and limit travel based on conditions.

Local updates about conditions in VDOT’s Culpeper District are posted to Twitter.com/VaDOTCulp.Visit VDOT’s winter weather page for more information about winter weather preparations and response.

For questions or to report hazardous road conditions, the public should contact VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center by visiting my.vdot.virginia.gov or calling 800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623).

A TRICKY FEBRUARY FORECAST CAN MEAN TRICKY ROADS IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY

STAUNTON – (1:45 p.m.) Some rain, some snow and possibly some sleet may fall in the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands on Sunday, February 12 into Monday, February 13. Motorist should be alert for rain, possibly mixing with snow during the daytime hours on Sunday. Precipitation is forecasted for part of Sunday night bringing additional chances for light rain, snow or sleet. Travelers in higher elevations are more likely to see accumulating snow. As temperatures drop towards dawn on Monday morning, refreezing may occur on area roadways.

The Virginia Department of Transportation Staunton District will have crews out beginning at midnight tonight. With recent warm temperatures the road surface is expected to remain above freezing for much of this weather event. No brine has been applied in advance of the storm, but roads will be treated as needed. Motorists may experience some wet to slushy conditions in untreated areas depending on precipitation type and amount. Elevated surfaces such as bridges and overpasses freeze first.

Travelers are advised to check weather forecasts along their trip route and use 511Virginia.org for updated road conditions. Conditions may vary across the state with high winds forecasted near the coast.

Seatbelts save lives. Remember to buckle-up when traveling.

Road conditions and traffic cameras can be found on the VDOT 511 website athttp://www.511Virginia.org, Roads with snow conditions will be marked minor, moderate, severe or closed.

Road condition definitions:

Closed – Road is closed to all traffic.

Severe – drifting or partially blocked road.

Moderate – snow or ice on major portions of the roadway.

Minor – bare pavement except for isolated spots of snow, ice or slush. Driving with caution is recommended.

For a text listing of winter weather road conditions go to http://www.511Virginia.org, look at the orange bar on the top of the page and click on “Text Views” and then click on “Road Condition Table”. Look at the pull down box that lists all jurisdictions. In this box individual counties can be chosen to view.

On the go? Then visit VDOT’s Free Virginia 511 Tools to get your 511 app for android or iOS. Traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511.

The VDOT Customer Service Center can be accessed through its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are on site 24/7 every day of the year to assist the public. People can also call the VDOT Customer Service Center at 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623).

The Staunton District Snow Page is on the VDOT website under Travel Center Snow Emergency Pages. The Staunton District Twitter feed is at @VaDOTStaunton.

VDOT statewide Twitter messages can be found at @VaDOT. The nine districts can be found at: Hampton Roads @VaDOTHR; Richmond @VaDOTRVA; Northern Virginia @VaDOTNOVA; Fredericksburg @VaDOTFred; Culpeper @VaDOTCulp; Lynchburg @VaDOTLynchburg; Bristol @VaDOTBristol; Salem @VaDOTSalem; Staunton @VaDOTStaunton.

VDOT can be followed on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube. RSS feeds are also available for statewide information. The VDOT Web page is located at http://www.VirginiaDOT.org.

The VDOT Staunton District serves Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, Rockbridge, Alleghany and Bath counties.

 

Margaritas Celebrates 9 Year Anniversary In Nellysford

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Margaritas Celebrates 9 Year Anniversary In Nellysford
Gibran Carnevali (known as G to the locals) is all smiles as he was getting ready to celebrate 9 years of operation at Margaritas Restaurant in Nellysford. Sunday – February 5, 2023

Nellysford
Nelson County, Virginia

Nine years ago right around the super bowl in 2014 Gibran Carnevali and his business partners opened the doors of Margaritas Restaurant in Nellysford. This past weekend they had an informal celebration to mark 1 year shy of a decade.


Above some of the faces from a few years ago. Many still work at the restaurant either full or part-time to this day.

Congrats G and the entire gang! Here to another year to make it an even 10 next year!

16 Years Of BRL Archives Part Of Rockfish Valley Foundation Presentation Feb 26th

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16 Years Of BRL Archives Part Of Rockfish Valley Foundation Presentation Feb 26th
Photo By Kate Simon Photography : Co-founders and publishers Tommy & Yvette Stafford with the first issue and the final issue of the charter publication Nelson County Life. It was rebranded into Blue Ridge Life in January 2013 until the print publication was shuttered in 2021 after 16 years. The archives of the the entire 193 issues stretching from 2005 until 2021 will be unveiled during a special program hosted by The Rockfish Valley Foundation on February 26th.

NELSON COUNTY/ ROCKFISH VALLEY CULTURE AND HISTORY PROGRAM
INTRODUCTION TO THE WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, WHY AND HOW
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 AT 2 P.M. AT TUCKAHOE CLUBHOUSE, STONEY CREEK

Nellysford
Nelson County, Virginia

 

Rockfish Valley Foundation (RVF) is holding this event to connect you to the wonderful place in which you live.  We are the nature guys and also dedicated to celebrating NELSON and THE ROCKFISH VALLEY.  Why did you decide to come here? How much do you know of its history and culture? THE PRESENTATIONS WILL HELP YOU DISCOVER THAT.

Nelson County began July 1, 1808. 

Descendants of many founding families still live in Nelson; the mountains and rivers are still here. Many historic districts have been created. 

HOW CAN YOU LEARN? WHAT RESOURCES ARE THERE? WHERE AND HOW TO FIND?  SAVE THE DATE FOR THE PROGRAM. LISTEN AND LEARN FROM:

Tommy and Yvette Stafford; Susan Huffman; Peter Agelasto, Woody Greenberg, Lynn Coffey, Mary Rose, Mary Cunningham, Gene Hughes and others. Participate in the Q&A.

RVF has assembled the best and brightest to open your door to the Nelson County and Rockfish Valley past and welcome you to its culture and history.  The program catalyst was creation of a searchable index for over 1000 stories of people, places and things contained in Nelson County Life and Blue Ridge Life which was the great work of Tommy and Yvette Stafford. The project was done with RVF intern Nathan Parrish.  The 193 issues of these magazines join the writings and publication of Lynn Coffey with 300 issues of her BACKROADS magazine. There are also writings of Kitty Seaman, the Rockfish Valley Foundation, Nelson County Historical Society, Nelson Heritage Center, Paul Saunders, Gene Hughes, Mary Buford Hitz, Stefan Bechtel and many others. The objective is to make it easy for you to pursue your greater interest.

We explain access to the Nelson County Life and Blue Ridge Life magazines searchable index and online stories; the Backroads magazine searchable index and access to its paper copies; access to Rockfish Valley stories in Crozet Gazette; and provide a lot more practical information.

This program will be offered via zoom and have room for about 60 persons at the Tuckahoe Clubhouse for the live audience on Sunday February 26, 2023.  After the program, please reach out to the Rockfish Valley Foundation, Nelson County Historical Society and Nelson Heritage Center to name a few. Continue the discovery of Nelson culture and history.

ASK YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT NELSON CULTURE AND HISTORY

CONNECT TO NELSON AND ROCKFISH VALLEY PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE 

THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE NELSON !

To obtain a zoom link click here.

Or to sign up to attend in person email:   info@rockfishvalley.org   

Free and open to all but Tuckahoe Clubhouse space is limited.

Nelson Sheriff’s Office Makes Arrest In Saturday Night Police Pursuit

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Nelson Sheriff’s Office Makes Arrest In Saturday Night Police Pursuit

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Nelson County, Virginia

Nelson deputies made an arrest Saturday evening after a short police pursuit. According to a post on the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office page,

“Mr. Thomas Wayne Board, JR, age 39, of Hilltop DR, Madison Heights, VA, rammed a Sheriff’s Office vehicle after the deputy initiated the traffic stop on Mill LN at at 10:25PM. Deputies continued to pursue the vehicle on and off road with the assistance of the Virginia State Police. MR Board was taken into custody at 10:29 after he crashed the vehicle, which was previously reported stolen from the Lynchburg area. The deputy who was rammed and MR Board received injuries as a result of this incident. Both were taken to the hospital for treatment.”

Charges and additional information can be found here in that original post.

VDOT Weekly Road Report For February 6-10th

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VDOT Weekly Road Report For February 6-10th

 

LYNCHBURG DISTRICT TRAFFIC ALERT February 6-13, 2023

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures is planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to weather or other issues. Items in italics contain new/updated information. For up-to-date information, call 511 or visit www.511Virginia.org.

District-wide activities:

Crews will perform various activities throughout the district to include, but are not limited to bridge & guardrail maintenance, brush/tree/limb cutting, pothole/surface/shoulder work, surface treatment operations, work orders, mowing, boom axing, drainage repairs/work and roadside cleanup.

Work at specific locations:

Amherst County: Please note district-wide activities above.

Appomattox County: Please note district-wide activities above.

Bedford County:

Route 221 (Forest Rd.) intersections Route 1425 Graves Mill and Route 1426 Gristmill Rd. Lane closures and changes in traffic pattern are likely. Expect lane closures on Rte. 221. Also, between the hours of 9 p.m. 6 a.m., Graves Mill will be closed between Rte. 221 and Gristmill Rd. Traffic will be detoured through Gristmill Rd. Signing, Barricades, Flaggers and Police will be in place to direct traffic. Started May 1 2022 and est. comp. May 18, 2023.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Buckingham County:

Route 602 over the James River -Bridge Painting. Temporary traffic signals will be utilized to control traffic beginning on January 16, 2023 and will be in operation until late February 2023 on Route 626 and its connection with Route 602.

Route 671 over Slate River, just east of Route 611 (Diana Mill Road) -Bridge Painting. Lane Closures. Temporary traffic signals will be utilized to control traffic beginning on January 30 and will be in operation until late February 2023.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Campbell County:

Route 29 N over NSRR, near airport–Bridge and approach work; est. comp. May 2023. Route 29B Timberlake Road intersection Route 622 Waterlick Road -Safety improvement project lane closures changes in traffic pattern are likely Starting May 1. Estimated completion May 12, 2023. Crews will be working in the median on Timberlake Road between Tomahawk Drive and Homewood Drive. Signs and Flaggers will be in place to direct traffic.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Charlotte County: Please note district-wide activities above.

Cumberland County: Please note district-wide activities above.

Halifax County:

Routes 501 & 610 – Passing lane project. Lane closures and shoulder closures will continue as needed with work along the shoulders. Fixed completion- May 5, 2023. Route 733– Bridge replacement project. Route 733 (East Hitesburg Rd.) will be closed to thru traffic between Route 602 (Hitesburg Church Rd.) and Route 734 (Red Banks Rd.) from January 30, 2023 through May 5, 2023. VDOT will provide adequate signs for the closure and detour during the closure. The detour will use Route 602 (Hitesburg Church Rd.) to Route 734 (Red Banks Rd.) back to Route 733 (East Hitesburg Rd.)

Please note district-wide activities above.

Lynchburg:

Route 29/460 (Campbell Ave–Concord Turnpike)– Bridge replacement. Northbound 29/eastbound and westbound 460 speed limit 45 mph. Lane closures changes in traffic pattern are likely. Completion July 31, 2023.

Nelson County:

Route 60 over James River -Bridge Deck replacement. Lane closures and changes in traffic patterns rescheduled and began the week of June 6. Est. comp July 14, 2024.

Route 626 over Tye River -Bridge Painting. Lane closures with flagging operations will occur daily beginning January 23, 2023 and lasting until mid-February 2023 at the connection of Route 626 (Norwood Rd.) and Route 655 (Variety Mills Rd.)

Route 723 (Old Roseland Road) – Culvert Replacement. Route 723 (Old Roseland Road) will be closed to thru traffic from Route 151 (Patrick Henry Highway) to the intersection of Route 655 (Roseland Road) from February 13, 2023 to approximately April 7, 2023. A detour will be in place with signage. The detour will utilize Route 151 (Patrick Henry Highway) to Route 655 (Roseland Road) back to Route 723 (Old Roseland Road).

Please note district-wide activities above.

Pittsylvania County:

Route 29 at Bannister River– Road closure for bridgework. Motorists should expect delays on Route 29 at the Bannister River in the Tightsqueeze area of Pittsylvania County. The northbound bridge will close for repair and both north and south traffic will cross the southbound bridge. Bridgework began April 4, 2022 and is continuing until approximately August of 2023.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Prince Edward County: Please note district-wide activities above.

STAUNTON DISTRICT TRAFFIC ALERT FOR FEBRUARY 6 – 10, 2023

Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District

STAUNTON – The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton District consists of 11 counties from the Alleghany Highlands to the northern Shenandoah Valley: Alleghany, Bath, Rockbridge, Highland, Augusta, Rockingham, Page, Shenandoah, Frederick, Clarke and Warren.

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.

ALLEGHANY COUNTY

INTERSTATE 64

*UPDATE* Mile marker 7 to 10, eastbound – Single lane closures for maintenance to various bridges, February 6 – 24 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Mile marker 9 to 11, eastbound – Left lane closures for cable rail repairs, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Mile marker 13 to 17, eastbound and westbound – Alternating lane closures for maintenance to bridge over Jackson River, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. through April 30.

*NEW* Mile marker 16 to 18, eastbound – Right shoulder closures for brush and debris removal, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Mile marker 30 to 29, westbound – Right shoulder closures for tree removal operations, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Thursday.

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 60 (Midland Trail) – Flagger traffic control near Covington western city limits for inspection of Jackson River bridge, Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon.

*NEW* Route 60 Business (West Ridgeway Street) – Flagger traffic control near Clifton Forge western town limits for inspection of Jackson River bridge, Wednesday from 12 noon to 4 p.m.

*NEW* Route 60 Business (West Ridgeway Street) – Flagger traffic control just west of Clifton Forge for inspection of I-64 overpass bridge, Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

*NEW* Route 159 (Dunlap Creek Road) – Flagger traffic control between Route 717 (Boone Road) and Route 665 (Moss Run Road) for inspection of Dunlap Creek bridge, Tuesday from 12 noon to 4 p.m.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for tree and debris removal, drainage work, pothole patching, brush cutting and shoulder repairs. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for ditch work, pipe replacement and brush cutting. Mobile traffic control for mowing. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

BATH COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 42 (Cowpasture River Highway) – Flagger traffic control between Route 631 (Indian Hill Road) and Alleghany County line for inspection of Cowpasture River bridge, Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon.

Route 220 (Sam Snead Highway) – Flagger traffic control between Redemption Road and Route 649 (Grandview Road) for tree removal operations, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Thursday.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for shoulder repairs and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY

INTERSTATE 64

*UPDATE* Mile marker 47 to 55, eastbound – Right shoulder closures for tree and brush removal, Thursday and Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

INTERSTATE 81

*NEW* Mile marker 195 to 197, northbound and southbound – Overnight right lane closures for inspection of bridges over Route 716 and Mill Creek, Tuesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*UPDATE* Mile marker 205 to 200, southbound – Right shoulder closures for tree and brush removal, Monday through Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

PRIMARY ROADS

*UPDATE* Route 42 (Virginia Avenue) – Flagger traffic control between Goshen town line and Route 39 (Maury River Road) for maintenance to bridge over Calfpasture River, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through February 17.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Mobile lane closures for mowing. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for grading, pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, pavement patching, shoulder repairs and brush cutting. Mobile lane closures for mowing. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

HIGHLAND COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for pothole patching, brush cutting and shoulder repairs. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting, pipe cleaning, tree removal, adding stone to unpaved roads and ditch work. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

AUGUSTA COUNTY

INTERSTATE 64

*NEW* Mile marker 88 to 90, eastbound and westbound – Overnight single lane closures for inspection of bridges over Christians Creek, Sunday and Monday nights (February 5-6) from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 95 to 98, eastbound and westbound – Overnight single lane closures for inspection of bridges over South River, Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

INTERSTATE 81

*NEW* Mile marker 208 to 211, northbound and southbound – Overnight alternating lane closures for inspection of Route 671 overpass bridge, Sunday night (February 5) from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 250 (Jefferson Highway) – Overnight mobile lane closures between Route 1427 (Rowe Road) and Route 1360 (Westminster Drive) for traffic signal inspections, Monday night from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

*NEW* Route 250 (Richmond Avenue, Staunton) – Alternating lane closures for traffic signal work at intersection with Statler Boulevard (Route 261), Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

*NEW* Route 261 (Statler Boulevard, Staunton) – Alternating lane closures for traffic signal work at intersection with Richmond Avenue (Route 250), Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for drainage work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 795 (Saint James Road) – Flagger traffic control between Route 254 (Hermitage Road) and Route 807 (Farm Draft Lane) for maintenance to bridge over Christians Creek, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. through March 13.

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for drainage work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY

INTERSTATE 81

Mile marker 257 to 248, southbound – Overnight slow-roll traffic control for removal of Route 720 overpass bridge, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. through night of March 16. Temporary on-ramp closures at exits 257 and 251 during slow-roll operations. Overnight northbound and southbound alternating lane closures for bridge demolition work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through night of March 16. Work is related to Route 720 overpass bridge replacement.

PRIMARY ROADS

*UPDATE* Route 33 (East Market Street, Harrisonburg) – Westbound alternating lane closures between Burgess Road and MLK Jr. Way for barrier installation, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Friday. Be alert for travel-lane shifts in both directions. Work zone speed limit 25 miles an hour. Traffic restrictions are for Route 33 bridge replacements and interchange improvement project.

Route 33 (Rawley Pike) – Flagger traffic control between Switzer Lake Road and West Virginia state line for rock removal, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through February 17.

Route 259 (West Lee Street, Broadway) – Traffic uses temporary bridge between Route 42 (Main Street) and Route 1411 (Shenandoah Avenue). Work Zone speed limit 25 miles an hour. Traffic restrictions are for Linville Creek bridge replacement.Estimated project completion November 2023.

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 682 (Friedens Church Road) – Flagging operations or shoulder closures as needed between Route 867 (North River Road) and Route 989 (Creekside Drive) for finishing steps of roadway improvements and bridge replacement at Pleasant Run.

Route 720 (Smithland Road/Old Furnace Road) – Closed between Route 718 (Old Furnace Road) and Route F-238 (Buffalo Drive) for replacement of Route 720 bridgewith estimated completion in fall 2023. Follow posted detour.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PAGE COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 622 (Judy Lane Extension) – Shoulder closures between Route 623 (Judy Lane) and Route 624 (Pine Grove Road) for utility pole replacements, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through Friday.

Route 689 (Chapel Road) – Shoulder closures between Route 340 Business (East Main Street, Stanley) and Route 679 (Hill Top Circle) for utility pole replacements, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through Friday.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SHENANDOAH COUNTY

INTERSTATE 81

*NEW* Mile marker 274 to 276, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for inspection of various overpass bridges, Thursday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 284 to 285, northbound and southbound – Overnight shoulder closures for inspection of Route 816 overpass bridge, Monday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 289 to 292, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for inspection of various overpass bridges, Friday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 295 to 296, northbound and southbound – Overnight shoulder closures for inspection of Route 638 overpass bridge, Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 299 to 300, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for inspection of bridge over Cedar Creek, Tuesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 11 (North Massanutten Street, Strasburg) – Flagger traffic control between Thompson Street and Crystal Lane for utility work, February 6 – 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route 11 (Main Street, Mount Jackson) – Northbound shoulder closures with traffic shifted to center lane for curb and gutter work, southbound lane closures as needed. Work zone is between Route 292 (Conicville Road) and Route 1316 (Avondale Avenue), through July 31.

Route 11 (Old Valley Pike) – Flagger traffic control as needed between Route 720 (Wissler Road) and Mount Jackson town limits, weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Work zone speed limit 45 miles an hour. Traffic restrictions are for replacement of North Fork Shenandoah River bridge. Estimated completion August 2023.

SECONDARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 698 (Palmyra Church Road) – Mobile traffic control between Route 822 (Cave Spring Lane) and Route 695 (Swann Road) for washing of bridge of North Fork Shenandoah River, February 6 – 16 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for tree trimming. Weekdays during daylight hours.

FREDERICK COUNTY

INTERSTATE 81

Mile marker 300 to 301, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for equipment and materials unloading and bridge removal work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through night of March 16.

PRIMARY ROADS

Route 522 (North Frederick Pike) – Northbound traffic shifts to southbound lane between Route 608 (Old Bethel Church Road) and Route 681 (Chestnut Grove Road). Single-lane traffic in each direction. Work zone speed limit 25 miles an hour. Restrictions are for rockslide repairs through mid-February.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 614 (Back Mountain Road) – No lane closures but utility work in right-of-way between Route 50 (Northwestern Pike) and Route 600 (Back Mountain Road/Hayfield Road), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Wednesday.

Various roads – Alternating lane closures on Route 657 (Senseny Road), Route 736 (Rossum Lane), Route 867 (Twinbrook Circle) and Route 868 (Glenridge Drive) just west of Clarke County line for road improvements and utility work, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through February 2024.

CLARKE COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

No lane closures reported.

SECONDARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 643 (Retreat Road) – Flagger traffic control between Route 7 (Harry Byrd Highway) and dead end for utility work, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WARREN COUNTY

INTERSTATE 66

*NEW* Mile marker 5 to 9, eastbound and westbound – Right shoulder closures for sign work, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

INTERSTATE 81

*NEW* Mile marker 299 to 300, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for inspection of bridge over Cedar Creek, Tuesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Mile marker 299 to 300, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for equipment and materials unloading and bridge removal work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through night of March 16.

PRIMARY ROADS

*UPDATE* Route 55 (Strasburg Road) – Shoulder closures for overnight utility work between Route 664 (Whippoorwill Road) and Front Royal town limits, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through February 17.

SECONDARY ROADS

No lane closures reported.

Vegetation management may take place district wide on various routes. VDOT reminds motorists to use extreme caution when traveling through work zones.

For updated traffic alerts and traveler information, dial 511 or visit 511Virginia.org.

The VDOT Customer Service Center can assist with reporting road hazards, asking transportation questions, or getting information related to Virginia’s roads. Call 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623) or use its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are available 24 hours-a-day, seven days a week.

The VDOT Staunton District is on Facebook and Twitter. Follow VDOT statewide accounts on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and Flickr. RSS feeds are also available for statewide information. The VDOT Web page is located at http://www.VirginiaDOT.org.

SCHEDULED CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORK

CULPEPER DISTRICT: Feb. 6-10, 2023

CULPEPER — The following highway work is scheduled, weather permitting, in the Culpeper District during the next week. Traffic movements may be restricted and speed limits reduced in work zones. (NEW) or (UPDATE) indicate revisions since last week’s report.

Culpeper District traffic information is also available on Twitter at @VaDOTCulp and on VDOT’s website at http://www.virginiadot.org/travel/travel_alerts/culpeper/default.asp.

Albemarle County

(UPDATE) Albemarle Design-Build Projects – Be alert for construction activities in the following areas:

  • U.S. 250 (Richmond Road) at Interstate 64. Construction of diverging diamond interchange. Speed limit is reduced to 25 miles per hour. Expect lane closures, Sunday through Friday, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. in the following areas:

    • U.S. 250 (Richmond Road), between Route 1140 (Peter Jefferson Parkway) and Route 1146 (Hunters Way) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

  • U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) at Route 151 (Critzer Shop Road). New roundabout. Be alert for equipment and workers near the travel lanes. Speed limit is reduced to 25 miles per hour. Expected completion date is Feb., 2023. Expect flagging operations Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the following areas:

  • U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) between Route 172 (Little Rock Lane) and Route 692 (Plank Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes.

  • Route 151 (Critzer Shop Road) between U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) and Route 803 (Goodloe Lane), in the northbound and southbound lanes.

(NEW) Super load – Expect slow-moving vehicles with a mobile work zone, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the following areas:

  • U.S. 250 (Richmond Road) between Route 616 (Union Mills Road) and 1107 (North Hill) in the westbound lanes.

  • Route 616 (Black Cat Road) between the ramp to and from Interstate 64 west and U.S. 250 (Richmond Road) in the southbound lanes.

(NEW) Bridge inspection work – Expect mobile, alternating lanes closures in the following areas:

  • U.S. 29 (Seminole Trail) between Route 854 (Carrsbrook Drive) and Route 643 (Polo Grounds Road) in the northbound lanes, Monday and Tuesday, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.

  • U.S. 29 (Seminole Trail) between Route 854 (Carrsbrook Drive) and Route 643 (Polo Grounds Road) Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Pipe repairs/installation – Expect lane and shoulder closures in the following areas.

  • U.S. 29 (Monacan Trail) between Route 804 (Thackers Lane) and Route 633 (Cove Garden Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • U.S. 240 (Three Notch’D Road) between Route 1240 (Highlands Drive) and Route 1250 (Park Ridge Drive) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Interstate 64 – Brush removal. Expect left lane and left shoulder closures between mile marker 122 and mile marker 124, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Interstate 64 – Bridge deck repairs. Expect alternating lane closures between mile mark 117 and mile marker 119 in the westbound lanes, daily, 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Route 1403 (Berkmar Drive) – Utility work under VDOT permit. Road closed between Route 1438 (Hilton Heights Road) and Route 631 (Rio Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, daily.

(NEW) Route 780 (Old Lynchburg Road) – Utility work under VDOT permit. Expect lane closures with flaggers between Route 631 (5th Street) and Route 875 (Country Green Road), in the northbound lanes. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

City of Charlottesville

Interstate 64 — Tree removal operations. Expect right shoulder closures between mile marker 99 and mile marker 107 in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Culpeper County

(NEW) U.S.15 (James Madison Highway) – Bridge inspection work. Expect alternating lane closures at Route 666 (Greens Corner Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fauquier County

(NEW) Updating logo signs – Expect right shoulder closures, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the following areas:

  • U.S. 29 (James Madison Highway) between the Culpeper County line and Route 651 (Freemans Ford Road) in the northbound lanes.

  • U.S. 29 (James Madison Highway) at Route 651 (Freemans Ford Road) in the southbound lanes.

Interstate 66 – Bridge deck repairs. Expect alternating lane closures between mile marker 29 and mile marker 32 in the westbound lanes, daily, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

(NEW) U.S. 17 (Marsh Road) – Tree trimming operations. Expect right lane closures between Route 651 (Sumerduck Road) and Route 653 (Morgansburg Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

(NEW) Route 687 (Opal Road) – Milling. Expect alternating lane closures between U.S. 15 (James Madison Highway) and Route 791 (Old Foxville Road) in the westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

(NEW) Route 732 (Ramey Road) – Bridge inspection work. Expect alternating lane closures at Route 185 (Grove Lane) in the northbound and southbound lanes, Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Greene County

U.S. 33 (Spotswood Trail) — Road reconstruction. Both shoulders are closed between Route 680 (Pinewood Court) and U.S. 29 (Seminole Trail) in the eastbound and westbound lanes while crews work behind barrels. Traffic is diverted onto the newly constructed eastbound lanes while crews reconstruct the westbound lanes. Drivers should use caution through the work zone and stay alert for construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway daily. Expected completion is summer 2023.

Louisa County

(UPDATE) U.S. 33 (South Spotswood Trail) – Shoulder repairs. Expect mobile alternating lane closures between Route 208 (West Main Street) and U.S. 522 (Cross County Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Madison County

(UPDATE) U.S. 29 (South Seminole Trail) – Utility work under VDOT permit. Expect right shoulder closures with a mobile work zone between Madison Plaza Drive and U.S. 29 (James Monroe Highway), in the southbound lanes, Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

(NEW) Route 230 (Orange Road) – Pipe repairs/installation. Expect alternating lanes closures between Route 687 (Fairgrounds Road) and Route 607 (Repton Mill Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(NEW) Route 231 (South F T Valley Road – Ditch cleaning operations. Expect alternating lane closures between Route 642 (Poor House Road) and Route 642 (Duet Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(NEW) Route 231 (South F T Valley Road – Updating directional signs. Expect right shoulder closures between Route 646 (Champe Plain Road) and Route 643 (Church Hill Road) in the southbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

(NEW) Route 634 (Washington Street) – Curb and gutter repairs. Expect mobile, alternating lanes closures at U.S. 29 (North Main Street), Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Rappahannock County

U.S. 211 (Lee Highway) – Brush removal. Expect alternating lane closures between Route 651 (Atkins Road) and Route 48 (Skyline Drive) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

(NEW) Updating directional signs – Expect right shoulder closures, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the following areas:

  • U.S. 211 (Lee Highway) between Route 651 (Atkins road) and Route 1001 (Main Street) in the eastbound lanes.

  • U.S. 522 (Lee Highway) between U.S. 211 (Lee Highway) and U.S. 522 (Lee Highway) in the southbound lanes.

  • U.S. 522 (Sperryville Pike) between Route 231 (F T Valley Road) and U.S. 522 (Sperryville Pike) in the southbound lanes.

Road conditions and other real-time travel information can be found on the 511 Virginia website, the free VDOT 511 mobile app or by calling 511 from any phone in Virginia. VDOT updates are also on Facebook and the district’s Twitter account, @VaDOTCulp.

Weather Bulletin : Winter Weather Advisory Along & West Of BRP -!! Expired !!

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Weather Bulletin : Winter Weather Advisory Along & West Of BRP -!! Expired !!
Click on the above image for the absolute latest updates from NWS.

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
534 PM EST Tue Jan 31 2023

Augusta-Rockingham-Page-Western Highland-Eastern Highland-
Central Virginia Blue Ridge- (including Wintergreen)
534 PM EST Tue Jan 31 2023

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
9 AM EST WEDNESDAY…

* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations
of up to one inch and ice accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE…Augusta, Highland, Page, and Rockingham Counties and the
central Virginia Blue Ridge.

* WHEN…From midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The greatest chance for snow and ice
accumulations will be in the higher elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

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URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
534 PM EST Tue Jan 31 2023

Northern Virginia Blue Ridge- Including Big Meadows
534 PM EST Tue Jan 31 2023

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of
up to one inch and ice accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE…Northern Virginia Blue Ridge.

* WHEN…Until 9 AM EST Wednesday. Freezing rain or drizzle is
likely this evening before changing to snow overnight.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

FREEZING PRECIPITATON FORECAST WEDNESDAY MORNING

Motorists should monitor weather overnight, check 511 for latest road conditions

CULPEPER — Crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation will be on duty overnight as light snow, sleet and freezing rain are forecast for parts of Piedmont Virginia Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning.

Rain is falling across the Piedmont region and is forecast to change to snow and a frozen mix early Wednesday through the morning commuting hours in the counties closest to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Freezing rain can quickly make roads icy and slick and is extremely hazardous for all drivers, even in four-wheel and all-wheel-drive vehicles.

Ice is likely to form first in areas where pavement temperatures are lowest. These spots include bridges, overpasses, and ramps and at elevations such as the mountain passes on Interstate 64 and U.S. 250 in Albemarle County, U.S. 33 at Swift Run Gap in Greene County, U.S. 211 at Thornton Gap and U.S. 522 at Chester Gap in Rappahannock County.

If travel is necessary Wednesday morning, drivers should pay attention to local weather forecasts and road conditions and plan to use extreme caution as road conditions may deteriorate quickly. Prior to travel, motorists should visit 511virginia.org, call 511 or check the 511 Virginia mobile app for up-to-date information on road and traffic conditions.

In the nine counties of the Culpeper District crews will be working overnight and will spread salt and sand to improve traction and melt ice when frozen precipitation begins. Since the storm began as rain on Tuesday brine was not used for this event since the rain would have washed it off the roads, rendering it ineffective.

Safety and Travel Resources

When winter weather arrives, residents and motorists should plan travel ahead of time, check road conditions, prepare an emergency car kit, follow forecasts and announcements and limit travel based on conditions.

Local updates about conditions in VDOT’s Culpeper District are posted to Twitter.com/VaDOTCulp.

Visit VDOT’s winter weather page for more information about winter weather preparations and response.

For questions or to report hazardous road conditions, the public should contact VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center by visiting my.vdot.virginia.gov or calling 800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623).

News Bulletin : VSP Confirms Finding Another Body In Rockfish River (Updated W/ID 2.1.23)

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News Bulletin : VSP Confirms Finding Another Body In Rockfish River (Updated W/ID 2.1.23)
File : Photo Courtesy of VSP : Crews continue searching for two additional victims in the Rockfish River near Schuyler, Virginia. Wednesday 12.28.22

Near Schuyler
Nelson County, Virginia

Updated 2.1.23 with identification:
“On Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, Virginia State Police Search & Recovery Team (SRT) divers returned again to the Rockfish River in Nelson County. At approximately 8:15 a.m., the divers recovered one of the two missing bodies. The body was transported to the Office of the Medical Examiner for examination, autopsy and positive identification.

The body has been identified as Myson Sylvestre, 18, of Arrington, Va.”
Corinne N. Geller
Public Relations Director
Virginia State Police

Original post 1.30.23
We first broke the news to you in this story back on December 28, 2022 where 30 year old Malcolm Shabazz Stewart, and four others perished in the Rockfish River near the intersection of Bridgeport Lane and Johnson Hollow.

Our earlier stories here, and here and here.

On Monday Virginia State Police released more information saying that another of the final missing two had been located last Friday.

“On Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, Virginia State Police Search & Recovery Team (SRT) divers returned again to the Rockfish River in Nelson County. At approximately 8:15 a.m., the divers recovered one of the two missing bodies. The body was transported to the Office of the Medical Examiner for examination, autopsy and positive identification.

The divers continued their search efforts on the river for the remainder of the day. The SRT will return again this week to resume searching for the remaining missing person.”

Corinne N. Geller
Public Relations Director
Virginia State Police

Area VDOT Road Construction Updates For Week Of Jan. 30-Feb.3, 2023

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Area VDOT Road Construction Updates For Week Of Jan. 30-Feb.3, 2023

LYNCHBURG DISTRICT TRAFFIC ALERT

January 30-February 5, 2023

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures is planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to weather or other issues. Items in italics contain new/updated information. For up-to-date information, call 511 or
visit www.511Virginia.org.

District-wide activities:

Crews will perform various activities throughout the district to include, but are not limited to bridge & guardrail maintenance, brush/tree/limb cutting, pothole/surface/shoulder work, surface treatment operations, work orders, mowing, boom axing, drainage repairs/work and roadside cleanup.

Work at specific locations: Please note district-wide activities above.

Appomattox County:
Please note district-wide activities above.

Bedford County:

Route 221 (Forest Rd.) intersections Route 1425 Graves Mill and Route 1426 Gristmill Rd. Lane closures changes in traffic pattern are likely. Started May 1 2022 and est. comp. May 18, 2023.

Rte. 221 (Forest Rd.) / Graves Mill Rd. Intersection Improvement Project -Starting January 23 between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., expect lane closures on Rte. 221.
Also, between the hours of 9 p.m. 6 a.m., Graves Mill will be closed between Rte. 221 and Gristmill Rd. Traffic will be detoured through Gristmill Rd.

Signing, Barricades, Flaggers and Police will be in place to direct traffic.

Amherst County:

Please note district-wide activities above.

Buckingham County:

Route 602 over the James River – Bridge Painting. Temporary traffic signals will be utilized to control traffic beginning on January 16, 2023 and will be in operation until late February 2023 on Route 626 and its connection with Route 602.
Route 671 over Slate River, just east of Route 611 (Diana Mill Road) – Bridge Painting. Lane Closures. Temporary traffic signals will be utilized to control traffic beginning on January 30 and will be in operation until late February 2023.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Campbell County:

Route 29 N over NSRR, near airport –Bridge and approach work; est. comp. May 2023.
Route 29B Timberlake Road intersection Route 622 Waterlick Road – Safety improvement project lane closures changes in traffic pattern are likely Starting May 1 est. comp. May 12, 2023. Crews will be working in the median on Timberlake Road between Tomahawk Drive and Homewood Drive. Signs and Flaggers will be in place to direct traffic.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Charlotte County:
Please note district-wide activities above.

Cumberland County:
Please note district-wide activities above.

Halifax County:

Routes 501 & 610 – Passing lane project. Lane closures and shoulder closures will continue as needed with work along the shoulders. Fixed completion- May 5, 2023.
Route 733 – Bridge replacement project. Route 733 (East Hitesburg Rd.) will be closed to thru traffic between Route 602 (Hitesburg Church Rd.) and Route 734 (Red Banks Rd.) from January 30, 2023 through May 5, 2023. VDOT will provide adequate signs for the closure and detour during the closure. The detour will use Route 602 (Hitesburg Church Rd.) to Route 734 (Red Banks Rd.) back to Route 733 (East Hitesburg Rd.)

Please note district-wide activities above.

Lynchburg:

Route 29/460 (Campbell Ave–Concord Turnpike) – Bridge replacement. Northbound 29/eastbound and westbound 460 speed limit 45 mph. Lane closures changes in traffic pattern are likely. Completion July 31, 2023.

Nelson County:

Route 60 over James River – Bridge Deck replacement. Lane closures and changes
in traffic patterns rescheduled and began the week of June 6. Est. comp July 14, 2024.
Route 626 over Tye River – Bridge Painting. Lane closures with flagging operations will occur daily beginning January 23, 2023 and lasting until mid-February 2023 at the connection of Route 626 (Norwood Rd.) and Route 655 (Variety Mills Rd.)

Please note district-wide activities above.

Pittsylvania County:

Route 29 at Bannister River – Road closure for bridgework. Motorists should expect delays on Route 29 at the Bannister River in the Tightsqueeze area of Pittsylvania County. The northbound bridge will close for repair and both north and south traffic will cross the southbound bridge. Bridgework began April 4, 2022 and is continuing until approximately August of 2023.

Please note district-wide activities above.

Prince Edward County:
Please note district-wide activities above.

SCHEDULED CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORK

CULPEPER DISTRICT: Jan. 30-Feb.3, 2023

CULPEPER — The following highway work is scheduled, weather permitting, in the Culpeper District during the next week. Traffic movements may be restricted and speed limits reduced in work zones. (NEW) or (UPDATE) indicate revisions since last week’s report.

Culpeper District traffic information is also available on Twitter at @VaDOTCulp and on VDOT’s website at http://www.virginiadot.org/travel/travel_alerts/culpeper/default.asp.

Albemarle County

(UPDATE) Albemarle Design-Build Projects – Be alert for construction activities in the following areas:

  • U.S. 250 (Richmond Road) at Interstate 64. Construction of diverging diamond interchange. Speed limit is reduced to 25 miles per hour. Expect lane closures, Sunday through Friday, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. in the following areas:

    • U.S. 250 (Richmond Road), between Route 1140 (Peter Jefferson Parkway) and Route 1146 (Hunters Way) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

  • U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) at Route 151 (Critzer Shop Road). New roundabout. Be alert for equipment and workers near the travel lanes. Speed limit is reduced to 25 miles per hour. Expected completion date is Feb., 2023. Expect flagging operations Monday through Friday in the following areas:

  • U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) between Route 172 (Little Rock Lane) and Route 692 (Plank Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

  • Route 151 (Critzer Shop Road) between U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) and Route 803 (Goodloe Lane), in the northbound and southbound lanes, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

(UPDATE) Traffic device inspection – Expect mobile alternating lane closures, Monday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the following roundabouts. Stay alert for workers near the travel lanes.

  • Route 1403 (Berkmar Drive) at Route 1438 (Hilton Heights)

  • Route 743 (Earlysville Road) at Route 606 (Dickerson Road)

(NEW) Pipe repairs/installation – Expect lane and shoulder closures in the following areas.

  • U.S. 29 (Monacan Trail) between Route 804 (Thackers Lane) and Route 633 (Cove Garden Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • U.S. 240 (Three Notch’D Road) between Route 1240 (Highlands Drive) and Route 1250 (Park Ridge Drive) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Route 696 (Edge Valley Road) between Route 692 (Plank Road) and Route 710 (Taylors Gap Road), in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Interstate 64 – Brush removal. Expect left lane and left shoulder closures between mile marker 122 and mile marker 124, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

(NEW) Interstate 64 – Bridge deck repairs. Expect alternating lane closures between mile mark 117 and mile marker 119, daily, 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.

(NEW) U.S. 250 (Ivy Road) – Glare foil repair. Expect left shoulder closures at Route 738 (Morgantown Road), in the westbound lanes, Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(UPDATE) U.S. 29 (29 Bypass Expressway) – Bridge deck repairs. Expect alternating lane closures between U.S. 250 (Ivy Road) and the ramp to and from Interstate 64 in the northbound and southbound lanes, Monday and Tuesday, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

U.S. 29 (Monacan Trail) Pipe repairs/installation. Expect left lane closures between Route 804 (Thackers Lane) and Route 633 (Cove Garden Road) in the southbound lanes, Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) – Utility work under VDOT permit. Expect alternating shoulder and lane closures with flaggers between Route 691 (Greenwood Road) and Route 796 (Brooksville Road), in the eastbound and westbound lanes. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Route 1403 (Berkmar Drive) – Utility work under VDOT permit. Road closed between Route 1438 (Hilton Heights Road) and Route 631 (Rio Road) in the northbound and southbound lanes, daily.

City of Charlottesville

(UPDATE) Interstate 64 — Tree removal operations. Expect right shoulder closures between mile marker 99 and mile marker 107 in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Culpeper County

U.S. 522 (Sperryville Pike) – Other construction. Expect lane and shoulder closures with flaggers between Aspen Street and Virginia Avenue, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the northbound and southbound lanes.

Fauquier County

(UPDATE) Utility work under VDOT permit – Expect lane closures daily, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the following areas.

  • Route 694 (Old Bust Head Road) between Route 850 (Oliver Lane) and Route 674 (Georgetown Road) in the westbound lanes.

  • Route 829 (Snow Mountain Road) between Route 694 (Old Bust Head Road) and Route 753 (Edwards Drive) in the southbound lanes.

(UPDATE) Interstate 66 – Ditch cleaning operations. Expect right shoulder closures between mile marker 15 and mile marker 27 in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Interstate 66 – Bridge deck repairs. Expect alternating lane closures between mile marker 29 and mile marker 32 in the westbound lanes, daily, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

(NEW) U.S. 29 (Eastern Bypass North) – Bridge inspection work. Expect alternating lane closures at U.S. 17 (Eastern Bypass), in the northbound and southbound lanes, Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fluvanna County

(UPDATE) Traffic device inspection – Expect mobile alternating lane closures, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m in the following roundabouts. Stay alert for workers near the travel lanes.

  • U.S. 15 (James Madison Highway) at U.S. 53 (Thomas Jefferson Parkway), in the northbound and southbound lanes, Tuesday.

  • Route 53 (Thomas Jefferson Parkway) at Route 618 (Lake Monticello Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday.

  • Route 53 (Thomas Jefferson Parkway) at Route 600 (South Boston Road), in the eastbound lanes, Tuesday.

Greene County

U.S. 33 (Spotswood Trail) — Road reconstruction. Both shoulders are closed between Route 680 (Pinewood Court) and U.S. 29 (Seminole Trail) in the eastbound and westbound lanes while crews work behind barrels. Traffic is diverted onto the newly constructed eastbound lanes while crews reconstruct the westbound lanes. Drivers should use caution through the work zone and stay alert for construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway daily. Expected completion is summer 2023.

Louisa County

(UPDATE) U.S. 33 (South Spotswood Trail) – Shoulder repairs. Expect mobile alternating lane closures between Route 208 (West Main Street) and U.S. 522 (Cross County Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Madison County

(UPDATE) Debris pick-up – Expect mobile, alternating lane closures in the following areas.

  • U.S. 29 (South Seminole Trail) between Route 634 (Washington Street) and Route 230 (Orange Road) in the southbound lanes, Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

  • Route 230 (Orange Road) between Route 691 (Lost Mountain Road) and Route 607 (Elly Road) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

(NEW) U.S. 29 (South Seminole Trail) – Utility work under VDOT permit. Expect right shoulder closures with a mobile work zone between Madison Plaza Drive and U.S. 29 (James Monroe Highway), in the southbound lanes, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Rappahannock County

(NEW) U.S. 211 (Lee Highway) – Brush removal. Expect alternating lane closures between Route 651 (Atkins Road) and Route 48 (Skyline Drive) in the eastbound and westbound lanes, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Road conditions and other real-time travel information can be found on the 511 Virginia website, the free VDOT 511 mobile app or by calling 511 from any phone in Virginia. VDOT updates are also on Facebook and the district’s Twitter account, @VaDOTCulp.

STAUNTON DISTRICT TRAFFIC ALERT FOR JANUARY 30 – FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Highway Work Zones in the VDOT Staunton District

STAUNTON – The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton District consists of 11 counties from the Alleghany Highlands to the northern Shenandoah Valley: Alleghany, Bath, Rockbridge, Highland, Augusta, Rockingham, Page, Shenandoah, Frederick, Clarke and Warren.

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.

ALLEGHANY COUNTY

INTERSTATE 64

Mile marker 8 to 23, eastbound and westbound – Single lane closures for maintenance to various bridges, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday.

*UPDATE* Mile marker 9 to 11, eastbound – Left lane closures for cable rail repairs, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 13 to 17, eastbound and westbound – Alternating lane closures for maintenance to bridge over Jackson River, January 30 – April 30 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 29 to 35, eastbound – Right shoulder closures for tree and brush removal, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

*NEW* Mile marker 30 to 29, westbound – Right shoulder closures for tree removal operations, January 30 – February 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PRIMARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for tree and debris removal, drainage work, pothole patching, brush cutting and shoulder repairs. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for ditch work, pipe replacement and brush cutting. Mobile traffic control for mowing. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

BATH COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 220 (Sam Snead Highway) – Flagger traffic control between Redemption Road and Route 649 (Grandview Road) for tree removal operations, January 30 – February 9 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for shoulder repairs and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY

INTERSTATE 64

*NEW* Mile marker 48 to 55, eastbound – Right shoulder closures for tree and brush removal, Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

INTERSTATE 81

*NEW* Mile marker 200 to 205, northbound – Right shoulder closures for tree and brush removal, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

PRIMARY ROADS

Route 42 (Virginia Avenue) – Flagger traffic control between Goshen town line and Route 39 (Maury River Road) for maintenance to bridge over Calfpasture River, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Mobile lane closures for mowing. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 606 (Raphine Road) – No lane closures, but utility work in the right-of-way between Route 804 (Shady Lane) and Route 815 (School House Hill Road), Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for grading, pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, pavement patching, shoulder repairs and brush cutting. Mobile lane closures for mowing. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

HIGHLAND COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for pothole patching, brush cutting and shoulder repairs. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting, pipe cleaning, tree removal, adding stone to unpaved roads and ditch work. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

AUGUSTA COUNTY

INTERSTATE 64

No lane closures reported.

INTERSTATE 81

Mile marker 234 to 237, northbound and southbound – Overnight alternating lane closures for survey and soil-testing work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through Monday night.

PRIMARY ROADS

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for drainage work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 795 (Saint James Road) – Flagger traffic control between Route 254 (Hermitage Road) and Route 807 (Farm Draft Lane) for maintenance to bridge over Christians Creek, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. through March 13.

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for drainage work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY

INTERSTATE 81

Mile marker 237 to 238, northbound and southbound – Overnight alternating lane closures for survey and soil-testing work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through Monday night.

Mile marker 257 to 248, southbound – Overnight slow-roll traffic control for removal of Route 720 overpass bridge, Monday through Thursday nights from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Temporary on-ramp closures at exits 257 and 251 during slow-roll operations. Overnight northbound and southbound alternating lane closures for bridge demolition work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through night of February 23. Work is related to Route 720 overpass bridge replacement.

PRIMARY ROADS

Route 33 (Rawley Pike) – Flagger traffic control between Switzer Lake Road and West Virginia state line for rock removal, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through February 17.

*UPDATE* Route 33 (East Market Street, Harrisonburg) – Westbound alternating lane closures between Burgess Road and MLK Jr. Way for barrier installation, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Be alert for travel-lane shifts in both directions. Work zone speed limit 25 miles an hour. Traffic restrictions are for Route 33 bridge replacements and interchange improvement project.

Route 259 (West Lee Street, Broadway) – Traffic uses temporary bridge between Route 42 (Main Street) and Route 1411 (Shenandoah Avenue). Work Zone speed limit 25 miles an hour. Traffic restrictions are for Linville Creek bridge replacement.Estimated project completion November 2023.

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 682 (Friedens Church Road) – Flagging operations or shoulder closures as needed between Route 867 (North River Road) and Route 989 (Creekside Drive) for finishing steps of roadway improvements and bridge replacement at Pleasant Run.

Route 720 (Smithland Road/Old Furnace Road) – Closed between Route 718 (Old Furnace Road) and Route F-238 (Buffalo Drive) for replacement of Route 720 bridgewith estimated completion in fall 2023. Follow posted detour.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PAGE COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

Various roads – Mobile traffic control for mowing operations. Flagger traffic control for pipe replacement, ditch work, tree removal, shoulder repairs, pavement patching and brush cutting. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 622 (Judy Lane Extension) – Shoulder closures between Route 623 (Judy Lane) and Route 624 (Pine Grove Road) for utility pole replacements, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through February 10.

Route 638 (Honeyville Road) – Shoulder closures between Route 618 (Dovel Hollow Road) and Route 621 (Nauman Lane) for utility pole replacements, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through Friday.

Route 689 (Chapel Road) – Shoulder closures between Route 340 (East Main Street, Stanley) and Route 679 (Hill Top Circle) for utility pole replacements, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through February 10.

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for brush cutting and pipe cleaning. Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SHENANDOAH COUNTY

INTERSTATE 81

No lane closures reported.

PRIMARY ROADS

Route 11 (Main Street, Mount Jackson) – Northbound shoulder closures with traffic shifted to center lane for curb and gutter work, southbound lane closures as needed. Work zone is between Route 292 (Conicville Road) and Route 1316 (Avondale Avenue), through July 31.

Route 11 (Old Valley Pike) – Flagger traffic control as needed between Route 720 (Wissler Road) and Mount Jackson town limits, weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Work zone speed limit 45 miles an hour. Traffic restrictions are for replacement of North Fork Shenandoah River bridge. Estimated completion August 2023.

SECONDARY ROADS

Various roads – Flagger traffic control for tree trimming. Weekdays during daylight hours.

FREDERICK COUNTY

INTERSTATE 81

Mile marker 300 to 301, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for equipment and materials unloading and bridge removal work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through night of March 9.

Mile marker 313 to 314, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for maintenance to Route 17/50 overpass bridge, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through Thursday night.

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 17/50 (Millwood Pike) – Eastbound and westbound overnight single lane closures between Route 655 (Sulphur Springs Road) and Route 1092 (Independence Drive) for inspection of traffic signals, Friday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Route 17/50 (Millwood Pike) – Eastbound and westbound overnight single lane closures near Route 781 (Prince Frederick Drive) intersection for inspection of traffic signals, Friday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Route 17/50 (Millwood Avenue) – Eastbound and westbound overnight single lane closures near I-81 southbound on- and off-ramps for inspection of traffic signals, Thursday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Route 50 (Northwestern Turnpike) – Eastbound and westbound left turn lane closures at Route 608 (Dicks Hollow Road/Wardensville Grade) intersections for sign and pavement-marking installation, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Route 522 (North Frederick Pike) – Northbound traffic shifts to southbound lane between Route 608 (Old Bethel Church Road) and Route 681 (Chestnut Grove Road). Single-lane traffic in each direction. Work zone speed limit 25 miles an hour. Restrictions are for rockslide repairs through mid-February.

SECONDARY ROADS

Route 614 (Back Mountain Road) – No lane closures but utility work in right-of-way between Route 50 (Northwestern Pike) and Route 600 (Back Mountain Road/Hayfield Road), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through February 8.

*NEW* Route 657 (Senseny Road) – Eastbound and westbound overnight single lane closures between Route 656 (Greenwood Road) and Route 1235 (Parkwood Circle) for inspection of traffic signals, Thursday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Route 659 (Valley Mill Road) – Overnight flagger traffic control near Route 656 (Greenwood Road) intersection for inspection of traffic signals, Thursday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Various roads – Alternating lane closures on Route 657 (Senseny Road), Route 736 (Rossum Lane), Route 867 (Twinbrook Circle) and Route 868 (Glenridge Drive) just west of Clarke County line for road improvements and utility work, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Thursday.

CLARKE COUNTY

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 7 (Harry Byrd Highway) – Eastbound and westbound left turn lane closures near Route 653 (Kimble Road) for sign installation, Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

*UPDATE* Route 7 (Harry Byrd Highway) – Eastbound and westbound overnight single lane closures near the Route 616 (Boom Road) intersection for inspection of traffic signals, Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*NEW* Route 17/50 (John Mosby Highway) – Eastbound and westbound overnight single lane closures near Route 340 (Lord Fairfax Highway) for inspection of traffic signals, Friday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

*UPDATE* Route 340 (Lord Fairfax Highway) – Northbound and southbound overnight single lane closures between Route 7 Business (Main Street, Berryville) and just north of Route 7 (Harry Byrd Highway) for inspection of traffic signals, Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

No lane closures reported.

WARREN COUNTY

INTERSTATE 66

No lane closures reported.

INTERSTATE 81

Mile marker 299 to 300, northbound and southbound – Overnight single lane closures for equipment and materials unloading and bridge removal work, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. through night of March 9.

PRIMARY ROADS

*NEW* Route 340 (Lord Fairfax Highway) – Possible shoulder closures for utility work between Route 664 (Whippoorwill Road) and Front Royal town limits, January 30 – February 17 from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

SECONDARY ROADS

No lane closures reported.

Vegetation management may take place district wide on various routes. VDOT reminds motorists to use extreme caution when traveling through work zones.

For updated traffic alerts and traveler information, dial 511 or visit 511Virginia.org.

The VDOT Customer Service Center can assist with reporting road hazards, asking transportation questions, or getting information related to Virginia’s roads. Call 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623) or use its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are available 24 hours-a-day, seven days a week.

The VDOT Staunton District is on Facebook and Twitter. Follow VDOT statewide accounts on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and Flickr. RSS feeds are also available for statewide information. The VDOT Web page is located at http://www.VirginiaDOT.org.

Farewell Morris Foster

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Farewell Morris Foster
As I remember him best, always smiling, Mr. Morris Foster (left) and his wife Anne at what was then Wintergreen Winery in Beech Grove of Nelson County. This was August, 2008.

Afton
Nelson County, Virginia

By Tommy Stafford

Morris Foster was one of the first people we met as we moved into Nelson County just shy of two decades ago. By then he’d been a surveyor for years and people from all around knew him. I really got to know him as the years ticked by when we’d meet up during festivals at the old Wintergreen Winery. His daughter Tam was an owner at the time before it sold.. (that’s where Blue Toad is these days)

The office building just north of Nellysford, Virginia where the late Morris Foster operated from as a land surveyor for decades.

I saw Morris not terribly long ago during the last 6 months of 2022 at the post office in Nellysford. “I’m still here,” he laughed as he came through the door.” He was moving more slowly but he was still the same Morris Foster that most of us came to know over the years. He was very helpful in doing surveys for us along the way, as well as countless thousands of others during his career.

Morris’ had hair like a snowcap on a mountaintop. It was his signature trademark for lots, and his laugh and joke telling would have you in stitches. John Washburn, co-founder of Bold Rock Hard Cider and nearby neighbor told me in an email after learning of Morris’ passing, “We’d been friends for 35 years and we will all miss his unwavering fun, friendly and positive attitude. He performed over 50 surveys for me…. a good number ordered at lunch at Truslows.” Truslows was a popular breakfast and lunch spot in Nellysford back in the day. Giuseppes Pizza is located there today.

It’s the laugh I will miss the most. And Morris just knew how to tell a story like none other. His enthusiasm for life was contagious.

In the nearly 20 years I have lived here, it’s been hard watching people like Morris fade away into the sunset. They have been the institutions of Nelson for a long time. I always take comfort in having connection to folks like Morris because they can fill us in on so much of the past history. Paul Saunders is another great like Morris that we’ve lost in the past year. It’s hard to imagine Nelson without these icons.

Morris wouldn’t want us to fret. That I know. For sure. He’d want us to remember him and all of the good times. I will for sure. I’ll remember that laugh, the smile, those jokes and so much more.

God speed Morris, you were a good one. A very good one.

Here’s more info about Morris’ life and arrangements in his obit below.

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