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Long-Term Lane Closures Near Newport News Airport Begin Soon

Significant lane closures in Newport News impacting traffic flow.

News Summary

Starting soon, significant lane closures will impact traffic near the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. North lanes on Hampton Highway will be closed for bridge work, causing detours to US-17 South. Victory Boulevard will also face lane restrictions, complicating commutes. Meanwhile, roadworks on Route 30 in York County will cause overnight lane restrictions for pavement patching. These ongoing infrastructure improvements aim to address traffic demands and enhance road safety, despite the inconvenience caused to drivers.

Newport News, Virginia – Long-term lane closures are set to commence on Monday, July 21, near the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, impacting traffic flow significantly on local roadways. The north lanes on Hampton Highway will close for essential bridge work, which is expected to cause detours leading drivers toward the George Washington Memorial Highway (US-17) south. Commuters are advised to use Victory Boulevard to connect to US-17 South during this period.

These detour routes and lane closures will persist until late next year, causing prolonged congestion and travel delays in the area. Additionally, there will be long-term lane restrictions on Victory Boulevard, starting July 21, where the westbound left lane, stretching from Bowman Terrace to just past Hampton Highway, will be closed to traffic. An outside turn lane from Victory Boulevard to the George Washington Memorial Highway will also be shut down, further complicating local commutes.

Furthermore, the eastbound turn lane from Victory Boulevard to Hampton Highway is set to close as well. To mitigate disruptions, alternate routes will direct traffic from Victory Boulevard to Yorktown Road. These lane closures on Victory Boulevard are estimated to remain in effect until the end of summer, significantly affecting the travel patterns of residents and commuters.

Traffic Incident Reported

On another note, a serious vehicle incident occurred on Interstate 83 southbound in York County, just between the Stewartstown exit and the Maryland state line. The crash took place at 1:52 p.m., involving a rollover. Reports indicate that at least one individual was trapped inside the overturned vehicle, and emergency services dispatched a medical helicopter to the scene. Fortunately, the roadway reopened shortly after 2:30 p.m., ensuring minimal interruption to traffic.

Roadworks on Route 30

In a related matter, additional roadworks are set to commence tonight, May 5, on eastbound Route 30 in York County aimed at pavement patching. Specifically, the on-ramp from Route 74 to eastbound Route 30 will close from the on-ramp to Kenneth Road around 8 p.m. The acceleration lane will shift to the right lane of eastbound Route 30, remaining in this configuration up to Kenneth Road.

Moreover, a right lane restriction will be implemented on eastbound Route 30 as it approaches Route 74. Once completed, eastbound Route 30 is expected to reopen with two travel lanes at Kenneth Road. Nightly construction work will take place on Route 30 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., which will include concrete patching, paving, grinding, milling, base repair, among other construction operations. Flagging operations will be conducted as necessary at intersections within the project limits to ensure ongoing safety for drivers and workers alike.

Background Context

These ongoing road improvements are part of broader infrastructure initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of transportation routes in Virginia and Pennsylvania. Various projects, including those on Roosevelt Avenue extending from Marbrook Lane in York and Manchester Township to just north of Greenbriar Road in West Manchester Township, are designed to address aging road conditions and accommodate increasing traffic demand. While these measures may induce temporary headaches for commuters, they are intended to provide long-term benefits for regional travel dynamics in the future.