Eastbound Victory Boulevard turn lane to Hampton Highway to temporarily close through mid-summer

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As early as June 16, contractor crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are scheduled to implement a continuous, multi-week closure of the eastbound left-turn lane from Victory Boulevard (Route 171) onto Hampton Highway (Route 134) in York County.

The closure is estimated to remain in place through mid-summer as construction continues on the Victory Boulevard widening project between Route 17 (George Washington Memorial Highway) and Hampton Highway, which is designed to increase roadway capacity and help alleviate congestion along this corridor.

A signed detour will be in place directing eastbound traffic to continue on Victory Boulevard, turn left onto Big Bethel Road, and continue straight onto Yorktown Road to reach Hampton Highway.

All work is weather- and schedule-dependent; therefore, this schedule is subject to change.

For more information on this project, visit: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/projects/hampton-roads-district/route-171-victory-boulevard-widening/

Before hitting the road, consider using VDOT’s free 511 Virginia traffic tools, or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app, to check for the most up-to-date road and travel conditions. VDOT’s 511Virginia.org website and mobile app offer information about construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts and more.

I-64 East Hampton River Bridge Long-Term Traffic Shift

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Beginning as early as 12 Jun, I-64 east in Hampton will encounter a new traffic pattern at the Hampton River bridge due to the construction of the Hampton Roads Express Lanes (HREL), Hampton Segment. This marks the end of the public use of two I-64 east bridges, one over the Hampton River and the other over the east branch of the Hampton River. These bridges will be demolished, and two new bridges will be constructed.

The project will widen I-64, repave the existing lanes, and add an additional 12-foot-wide travel lane in each direction from west of Mallory St. (exit 268) to LaSalle Ave. (exit 265A) for a total of 2 miles. This section of the interstate includes work on six mainline bridges and one pedestrian underpass. The two eastbound bridges over the Hampton River will be replaced, and the westbound Hampton River bridge will be widened and rehabilitated.

The work to implement the I-64 east traffic shift is expected to take place over several nights. Overnight ramp closures of the I-64 east off-ramp to Settlers Landing Rd./Hampton University (exit 267) will be utilized through June 13 from as early as 10 p.m. – 5 a.m.

During this shift, two eastbound lanes on I-64 will be shifted from the eastbound Hampton River bridge to the westbound bridge alongside I-64 west traffic between Armistead Ave./LaSalle Ave. (exit 265B) and Settlers Landing Rd./Hampton University (exit 267) to allow for the demolition and reconstruction of the eastbound bridge over the Hampton River.

This temporary traffic configuration is estimated to be in place until late 2026, when the construction of the new eastbound Hampton River bridges is anticipated to be completed and reopened to eastbound traffic.

Motorists are encouraged to use I-664 as an alternate route to avoid the work area when possible and are reminded to use caution when traveling near work zones. Always obey posted speed limits, follow lane markings and barrier guides, be alert to digital message signs, and drive distraction-free.

For the most up-to-date road and travel conditions, consider using VDOT’s free 511 Virginia traffic tools or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app. Visit the VDOT’s 511Virginia.org website and mobile app for information regarding construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts, and more.

Oyster Point Ramp Access Improvements Project Begins

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Construction is set to begin this month on the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT’s) Oyster Point Ramp Access Improvements Project. The project, which will begin as early as today, Jan. 10, will widen the Interstate 64 East on-ramps located at the interchanges of J. Clyde Morris Boulevard (Route 17) and Oyster Point Road (Route 171) from single-lane ramps to two-lane ramps. These improvements will add capacity to the on-ramps, streamline flow to the interstate, and provide congestion relief from overflow onto local streets during peak travel periods. Each of the on-ramps will be widened to two lanes, with traffic then merging to a single lane before entering the interstate.

During construction, motorists can anticipate some travel lane shifts within each ramp to accommodate expansion work along the shoulders. Each on-ramp is expected to remain open to traffic until final paving operations near the conclusion of the project. The project is scheduled for completion in summer 2024.

For more information on the project and progress updates, visit the Project webpage. Motorists are also encouraged to sign up for email alerts related to the project.