Drivers can expect changes in the work zone as part of the ongoing road construction project at Route 220 and Route 839/Route 1126 (International Parkway/Ashley Way) in Botetourt County. These changes are weather dependent and will be implemented in late January if possible. Drivers should expect new traffic patterns and pay attention to message boards to get the latest information.
The long-term left lane closures that have been in place on northbound and southbound Route 220 in the work zone will be removed. Drivers should still expect possible temporary lane closures during daytime hours in both directions of Route 220.
In addition, two new crossovers will open for motorists to turn right and make U-turns from the side streets. International Parkway traffic that has been using Route 673 (Greenfield Street) and Route 670 (Trinity Road) to reach northbound Route 220 will have a new crossover to make this movement. Ashley Plantation traffic also will have a new crossover closer to the intersection to make U-turns.
This road project involves constructing an innovative intersection, known as a restricted crossing U-Turn (RCUT), to improve safety and traffic flow at the intersection. Drivers who previously turned left from Ashley Way and International Parkway onto Route 220 will now turn right and make U-turns.
Overall construction is expected to be completed this summer.
~ VDOT
