Overnight Four-Hour Full Closures Scheduled on I-64 West in Hampton for Overhead Sign Installations

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As early as Sept. 3, contractor crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are scheduled to implement overnight full directional closures lasting up to four hours each on I-64 west in Hampton to support overhead sign installations as part of the Hampton Roads Express Lanes (HREL) Hampton Segment project.

The full four-hour closures will occur on I-64 west from Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road (exit 267) to North Armistead Avenue (exit 265), with signed detours in place. All work is weather- and schedule-dependent; therefore, this schedule is subject to change.

I-64 West Closures: As Early as Sept. 3 and Sept. 4 (Backup Date: Sept. 5)

  • I-64 West Full Closures: All lanes on I-64 west will be closed overnight starting as early as Wednesday, Sept. 3 and Thursday, Sept. 4, from 12:01 a.m. to 4 a.m., between Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road (exit 267) and North Armistead Avenue (exit 265). Signed detours will be in place, directing motorists from I-64 west to Woodland Road/Settlers Landing Road (exit 267) and North Armistead Avenue to access the on-ramp to I-64 west.
  • I-64 West On-Ramp from Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road Closure: During these interstate closures, the on-ramp from Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road to I-64 west will also be closed. Motorists traveling east on Settlers Landing Road will be directed to Woodland Road, East Mercury Boulevard, Old Buckroe Road, back to Woodland Road, Settlers Landing Road, and North Armistead Avenue to access the on-ramp to I-64 west.
  • Other Traffic Impacts: Starting as early as 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 2 and Wednesday, Sept. 3, the contractor will begin implementing single-lane closures on I-64 leading up to the full westbound closures at midnight.

Closures and detours will continue periodically this summer and fall to accommodate additional overhead sign installations. Public notifications will be provided in advance of any additional scheduled full closures.

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, obey posted speed limits, follow lane markings and barrier guides, be alert to digital message signs and drive distraction-free.

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 website and mobile app offer information about construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts and more.

Hampton Roads Express Lanes Hampton Segment (Phase 4C) Project

This work is part of the HREL Hampton Segment that includes converting the three existing east- and westbound general purpose lanes on I-64 into one Express Lane, one part-time Express Lane, and two general purpose lanes in each direction. 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 Street (exit 268) to LaSalle Avenue (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 HREL Hampton Segment will ultimately become a part of an overall continuous 45-mile high-occupancy toll Express Lanes network on I-64, from west of Denbigh Boulevard in Newport News to the I-264/I-664 Bowers Hill interchange in Chesapeake. As traffic demand continues to increase in the region, incorporating the Express Lanes dynamic tolling model, together with other interstate improvements, provides an additional approach to managing congestion in the long term and providing more travel choices and a reliable travel network for Hampton Roads motorists.

To view an interactive map displaying long-term traffic impacts across the various HREL construction projects, visit https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/projects/major-projects/64expresslanes/long-term-traffic-impacts/. For more information on the Hampton Roads Express Lanes projects and to learn more about construction updates, traffic impacts and to sign-up to receive project updates, visit 64expresslanes.org.

Overnight Four-Hour Full Closures Scheduled on I-64 East in Hampton for Overhead Sign Installation and Removal

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On Aug. 5, contractor crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are scheduled to implement overnight full directional closures lasting up to four hours each on I-64 east in Hampton to support overhead sign installations and the removal of an existing sign, as part of the Hampton Roads Express Lanes (HREL) Hampton Segment project.

The full four-hour closures will occur one at a time on I-64 east from Settlers Landing Rd./Woodland Rd. (exit 267) to Rip Rap Rd. (exit 265C) and Mallory St. (exit 268), with signed detours in place. All work is weather-dependent.

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, obey posted speed limits, follow lane markings and barrier guides, be alert to digital message signs, and drive distraction-free.

I-64 East Closure: Aug. 5 (Backup Date: Aug. 6)

  • I-64 East Full Closure: All lanes on I-64 east will be closed overnight starting as early as Tues., Aug. 5, from 12:01 a.m. to 4 a.m., between Rip Rap Rd. (exit 265C) and Settlers Landing Rd. (exit 267) for an overhead sign installation. A signed detour will be in place, directing motorists from I-64 east to exit at Rip Rap Rd. (exit 265C) and travel to North Armistead Ave. and Settlers Landing Rd. to access the on-ramp to I-64 east.

I-64 East Closure: Aug. 6 and 7 (Backup Date: Aug. 8) 

  • I-64 East Full Closure: All lanes on I-64 east will be closed overnight starting as early as Wed., Aug. 6 and Thurs., Aug. 7, from 12:01 a.m. to 4 a.m. each night, between Settlers Landing Rd./Woodland Rd. (exit 267) and Mallory St. (exit 268) for an overhead sign installation and the removal of an existing sign. A signed detour will be in place, directing motorists from I-64 east to exit at Settlers Landing Rd. (exit 267) and travel to Woodland Rd., Mercury Blvd. and Mallory St. to access the on-ramp to I-64 east.
  • Other Traffic Impacts: Starting as early as 10 p.m. on Tues., Aug. 5 and Wed., Aug. 6, the contractor will begin implementing nightly single-lane closures on I-64 leading up to the full eastbound closures at midnight.

Hampton Roads Express Lanes (HREL) Hampton Segment (Phase 4C) Project

This work is part of the HREL Hampton Segment that includes converting the three existing east- and westbound general purpose lanes on I-64 into one Express Lane, one part-time Express Lane, and two general purpose lanes in each direction. 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 HREL Hampton Segment will ultimately become a part of an overall continuous 45-mile high-occupancy toll Express Lanes network on I-64, from west of Denbigh Blvd., in Newport News to the I-264/I-664 Bowers Hill interchange in Chesapeake. As traffic demand continues to increase in the region, incorporating the Express Lanes dynamic tolling model, together with other interstate improvements, provides an additional approach to managing congestion in the long term and providing more travel choices and a reliable travel network for Hampton Roads motorists. For more information on the Hampton Roads Express Lanes projects and to learn more about construction updates, traffic impacts and to sign-up to receive project updates, visit 64expresslanes.org.

  • Full off-ramp closure from I-64 west to Armistead Avenue/LaSalle Avenue (exit 265B) Aug. 4-8 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  • Full closure of I-64 east between Rip Rap Road (exit 265C) and Settlers Landing Road (exit 267) Aug. 5, from 12:01 a.m. to 4 a.m. (backup date Aug. 6). View the full traffic alert.
  • Full closure of I-64 east between Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road (exit 267) and Mallory Street (exit 268) Aug. 6 and Aug. 7 from 12:01 a.m. to 4 a.m. (backup date Aug. 8). On-ramp from Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road to I-64 east will also be closed. View the full traffic alert.
  • Alternating, single-lane closures on I-64 in both directions from Mallory Street (exit 268) to LaSalle Avenue (exit 265) Aug. 4-8 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  • Brief, intermittent stoppages on I-64 in both directions between Mallory Street (exit 268) and LaSalle Avenue (exit 265) Aug. 4-8 between 12:01 a.m. and 4 a.m.
  • Long-term, single-lane closures on Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road and the I-64 east off-ramp (exit 267).
  • Long-term, continuous single-lane closure on I-64 in both directions, reducing travel lanes from three to two lanes between Settlers Landing Road/Woodland Road (exit 267) and LaSalle Avenue (exit 265A).
  • Long-term traffic shift of I-64 in both directions at the Hampton River bridges with all traffic moved to the reopened westbound bridge. View the full traffic alert.
  • Long-term, temporary traffic shift with new stop sign on I-64 west off-ramp at Armistead Avenue/LaSalle Avenue (exit 265B) and lane reduction on North Armistead Avenue at Thomas Street.

I-64, HREL Newport News/Hampton 4A/4B Project:

  • Multiple lane closures on I-64 east and west from the I-664 interchange to Mercury Boulevard Aug. 3-8 from as early as 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  • Multiple lane closures on I-64 east from Jefferson Avenue (exit 255) to Victory Boulevard (exit 256) Aug. 3-8 from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  • Long-term lane closure and traffic shift on I-64 east near Hampton Roads Center Parkway (exit 261). View the full traffic alert.
  • Long-term lane closures and traffic shifts on I-64 east and west at the J. Clyde Morris Boulevard (exit 258). View the full traffic alert.
  • Long-term outside single lane closures in both directions on LaSalle Avenue from North Armistead Avenue to Michigan Drive. View the full traffic alert.
  • Long-term, full on-ramp closure from Lasalle Avenue to I-64 east. View the full traffic alert. 
  • Long-term, traffic shifts and lane reductions from three to two lanes on I-64 in both directions from the I-664 interchange to Armistead Avenue. View the full traffic alert.

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.

Tech Center Parkway Extension Phase II Project Response to Public Comments

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On July 23rd, several Village Green neighbors and two VGCA Board members attended the Citizens Information Meeting on the Hogan Drive Extension Phase II which was recapped here.

Shortly after the meeting, the VGCA Board put our concerns and ideas in writing and provided them to the City’s Engineering Department. The City has responded and their response can be viewed on this link (in PDF format).

For those interested in the street conditions in Village Green and when they are planned to be resurfaced, please see pages 3-5 in the PDF.

If you have further comments, please contact [email protected].

City provided documents for Hogan Drive and Village Green Pkwy extension

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Below are the documents provided by the City for the Hogan Drive and Village Green Pkwy extensions. Please review and if you would like to provide your feedback, it must be emailed or postmarked no later than August 6, 2019.

https://vgnn.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Final_Hogan-Drive-CIM-Brochure.pdf

https://vgnn.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Hogan-Drive-CIM-Comment-Form.pdf

Hogan Drive/Village Green Pkwy Extension

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The City held a Citizens Information Meeting on the Hogan Drive Extension Phase II.

Two VGCA Board members attended as well as three other neighbors. There was no formal presentation and the 5 attendees from Village Green had a discussion with the Director of Engineering, Everette Skipper for approximately 60 minutes. Mr. Skipper listened to our concerns and suggestions and took notes as well as made suggestions to us. There were other City officials in attendance as well.

Some of the key points that were discussed:

  • The City and VDOT are working to add two right hand turn lanes from Canon Blvd onto Oyster Pt heading towards I-64. These lanes will merge together on the I-64 East ramp. The inside right hand turn lane will be for I-64 East Only.
  • The City and VDOT are talking about improving the I-64 East entrance ramp at JClyde coming from Diligence Blvd to allow for two lanes as well. These two improvements to I-64 East entrance ramps will help improve the traffic flow on Oyster Point at Canon Blvd and I-64 East junction.
  • At the Village Green Pkwy and Oyster Point light, the City plans to put a retention pond across from the neighborhood (to the left).
  • The City anticipates the Hogan Drive extension will improve the traffic flow on Oyster Point as employees from Tech Center will be able to use Hogan Dr extension to Canon Blvd and then get on I-64.
  • In addition to the Hogan Dr extension, the City is working with VDOT on adding an exit ramp on I-64 West bound at Denbigh Blvd. Mr. Skipper expects this to alleviate traffic on Oyster Point as residents in the Denbigh/Bland area of Warwick can use the Denbigh exit on I-64 rather than Oyster Pt exit.
  • The parcel on the other side of Oyster Pt at the Village Green intersection is owned by the City’s Economic Development Authority and a considerable amount of it is wetlands. This doesn’t mean it can’t be developed, but lessens the likelihood.

Suggestions made to Mr. Skipper:

  • Do not use the Village Green Pkwy name for the extension to Hogan Drive.
  • Have the “Don’t Block The Box” enforced.
  • Post “No Thru Way” and/or “No Outlet” coming into Village Green.
  • Extend the right hand turn lane into Village Green back towards Hampton Roads Academy.
  • Extend the right hand turn lane onto Canon Blvd (in front of Bayport building).
  • Review traffic accident analysis to see if other improvements should be made in between Criston Drive and Canon Blvd.
  • Consider additional landscaping/beautification on both sides of Oyster Pt Road between Canon Blvd and Criston Drive.
  • Find out the status/schedule for repaving the roads in Village Green.

I have requested an electronic version of the document and comment request sheet from the City. They handed out a paper copy on Tuesday. All public comments must be postmarked and/or emailed by August 6, 2019 for consideration.

Newport News taking thoughts on proposed road extension through Tech Center to Oyster Pt/Village Green Pkwy

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There is a meeting scheduled for next week for residents to comment on the proposed extension of Hogan Dr from Cannon Blvd to Village Green Parkway/Oyster Point.

Knowing the concerns over traffic, light timing, and entryway beautification, this would be an excellent opportunity to express them and encourage some action to address them. Just remember once it is done, we have little room to complain.

According to the website it is “7/23/19 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the JAMES ROOM of the Waterworks City Center Conference Facilities located at 700 Town Center Dr., Newport News, VA 23606” or send comments to the project coordinator Thomas Cheney, 757.926.8715, [email protected].

City’s Project Status Page: https://apps.nnva.gov/ps/project.aspx?id=597

Daily Press Article: https://www.dailypress.com/news/newport-news/dp-nws-newport-news-notebook-20190715-story.html