Northbound Interstate 81 Exit 162 (Buchanan) Ramp Extension

Botetourt County
Find out about a project to extend the ramp onto
northbound Interstate 81 at exit 162 (Buchanan) in
Botetourt County. The on ramp will be extended
approximately 1,000 feet and a new concrete barrier
and retaining wall will be constructed adjacent to the
right shoulder.
Review the project information and National
Environmental Policy Act document in the form of a
Programmatic Categorical Exclusion at VDOT’s
Salem District Office located at 731 Harrison Avenue
in Salem, 540-387-5353 1-800-FOR-ROAD, or
TTY/TDD 711. Please call ahead to ensure the
availability of appropriate personnel to answer your
questions.
If your concerns cannot be satisfied, VDOT is willing
to hold a public hearing. You may request that a
public hearing be held by sending a written request to
Eli Mannon, Virginia Department of Transportation,
731 Harrison Avenue, Salem, VA 24153, on or prior to
February 29, 2024. If a request for a public hearing is
received, notice of date, time and place of the hearing
will be posted.
VDOT ensures nondiscrimination and equal
employment in all programs and activities in
accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964. If you have questions or concerns
about your civil rights in regards to this project or need
special assistance for persons with disabilities or
limited English proficiency, contact Eli Mannon at the
phone numbers listed above.
Federal Project: NHPP-0812(336) UPC: 116199
State Project: 0081-011-835, M501, P101, R201
From: Mile marker 162.44 To: Mile marker 163.84