Widespread Road Closures Ahead
Virginia And Massachusetts Plan Widespread Road Closures And Traffic Delays This Week
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In Hampton Roads, I-64 traffic will face intermittent stoppages between Patrol Road and Mallory Street (Exit 268) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly during Sept. 13-19, while both I-64 ramps at Mallory Street are scheduled for full closures Sept. 16-17.
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In Alleghany County, I-64 right-lane closures for bridge inspections are scheduled in both directions at mile markers 25-26 on Monday and 35-37 on Tuesday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Bristol District officials warn that I-81 bridge rehabilitation over Reed Creek in Wythe County includes a 14-foot width restriction and extended lane closures, with completion expected in September 2027; improvements at the I-81/I-77 interchange in Wytheville are expected to continue through summer 2027.
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A Dominion Energy utility operation in the Fredericksburg area will require two full stops of northbound I-95 traffic at mile marker 115, each lasting about 15 minutes between midnight and 4 a.m.; Virginia State Police will assist with traffic control, with Sept. 16 and Sept. 17 listed as backup dates if needed.
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In Andover, no paving or sidewalk projects are expected to affect traffic during the week, although other construction projects remain active.
Virginia and Massachusetts are planning widespread road closures starting the week of September 13, 2026, affecting major highways and bridges across both states. WVEC reports that Hampton Roads motorists will face nightly I-64 stoppages, while Virginia Department of Transportation warns of extended construction on I-81 and I-77 that could last into 2027.
Hampton Roads I-64 Faces Nightly Traffic Stops
I-64 between Patrol Road and Mallory Street (Exit 268) will close completely every night from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. during September 13-19, according to Hampton Roads traffic updates. Both I-64 ramps at Mallory Street face full closures September 16-17. The bridge-tunnel area will also see intermittent closures and ramp work.
Massachusetts Bridge Work Keeps Andover Roads Blocked
Burnham Road in Andover remains closed in both directions at the MBTA railroad bridge through October, Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced. I-495 bridge replacements continue with northbound traffic diverted to a temporary alignment. Occasional overnight closures will occur as crews work on the replacement project.
Virginia's Multi-Year I-81 Rehabilitation Projects Accelerate
The Bristol District warns that I-81 bridge work over Reed Creek in Wythe County includes a 14-foot width restriction and will not finish until September 2027, per Virginia VDOT. Improvements at the I-81/I-77 interchange in Wytheville extend through summer 2027. The Staunton District is also conducting bridge inspections and paving on I-64 and I-81.
Dominion Energy Halts Northbound I-95 for Utility Work
A Dominion Energy operation in the Fredericksburg area will stop northbound I-95 traffic twice at mile marker 115, each stop lasting about 15 minutes, Virginia State Police reports. Work will occur between midnight and 4 a.m., with September 16-17 as backup dates. State Police will manage traffic control during the full stoppages. The Fredericksburg region also faces overnight lane closures, soundwall installation, and drainage maintenance on multiple roads.
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