Provided by Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
There are no lane closures planned between 12:00 noon on Friday, Aug. 30, and 12:00 noon on Tuesday, Sept. 3, for the Labor Day weekend.
What’s Happening
Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Project construction continues throughout the corridor during daytime and overnight hours as weather conditions allow. Current activities include:
- Constructing bridge foundations at I-495, Route 28, Route 123, and Route 234 Business interchanges
- Constructing retaining walls along I-66 and Route 28
- Demolishing structures
- Small charge dynamite operations along I-66 in Prince William County
- Clearing trees and brush, grading, and installing drainage throughout the corridor
- Demolishing closed ramps at Route 123 Interchange
- Bridge work for new Bull Run Drive overpass
- Bridge work for the new I-66 West collector-distributor road over Route 234 Business (Sudley Road)
- Continued work at the future park and ride lots at University Boulevard (Gainesville) and Balls Ford Road (Manassas)
- Continued work on the new E.C. Lawrence Park Access Road
- Relocating underground and overhead utilities along I-66 and Route 28
- Corridor-wide roadway maintenance as needed
Upcoming Lane Closures and Traffic Changes
The following planned lane closures are expected to have significant traffic impacts. All work is subject to change based on weather and schedule. Find the latest information on travel conditions and work zones by visiting 511virginia.org or downloading the Virginia511 app.
ROUTE 29 / GAINESVILLE
I-66 East and West from Route 29 to Route 234 Business (Sudley Road)
Monday, Aug. 26, through Thursday, Aug. 29: 11:00 a.m. to 12:0 noon
Temporary 15-minute stoppages of traffic for blasting operations on I-66 East and West between University Boulevard and Route 234 (Prince William Parkway). Stoppages will also occur on northbound Route 234 (Prince William Parkway) just north of the exit to I-66 East, and on the ramp from Route 29 in Gainesville to I-66 East.
University Boulevard from Route 29 to I-66
Beginning 9:00 a.m. Monday, Aug. 26, through 12:00 noon on Friday, Aug. 30
The right lane will be closed on southbound University Boulevard from Route 29 to I-66 for crews to install curbs and gutters and pave the entrance to the new University Boulevard (Gainesville) Park and Ride Lot.
ROUTE 234 BUSINESS (SUDLEY ROAD) / MANASSAS
No significant traffic impacts scheduled.
ROUTE 28 (SULLY ROAD) / CENTREVILLE
Compton Road at I-66
Sunday, Aug, 25, through Thursday, Aug. 29: 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Occasional 20-minute stoppages on Compton Road under I-66 as crews expand the existing bridge structure to accommodate the new lanes overhead on I-66.
I-66 East from Compton Road to Route 28
Thursday, Aug. 29: 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Three right lanes will be closed on I-66 East for crews to pour concrete. Drivers should expect up to 20-minute stoppages and slowdowns along eastbound I-66.
ROUTE 286 (FAIRFAX COUNTY PARKWAY)
No significant traffic impacts scheduled.
ROUTE 50 / FAIRFAX
No significant traffic impacts scheduled.
ROUTE 123 (CHAIN BRIDGE ROAD) / OAKTON – CITY OF FAIRFAX
No significant traffic impacts scheduled.
ROUTE 243 (NUTLEY STREET) / VIENNA
No significant traffic impacts scheduled.
I-495 (CAPITAL BELTWAY)
I-66 West from I-495 to Gallows Road
Ramp from I-495 North Express Lanes to I-66 West
Sunday, Aug. 25, through Thursday, Aug. 29: 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Two left lanes will be closed on I-66 West for new Gallows Road bridge construction in the center median. The ramp from the northbound I-495 Express Lanes to I-66 West will be closed nightly. Northbound I-495 Express Lane traffic will be detoured to I-66 East to Route 7 (Leesburg Pike) West, make a left at the traffic signal, then stay to the right and follow signs to I-66 West.
Commuter Alternatives
VDOT and the project team have invested in a broad range of programs to help commuters and others stay mobile and safe during construction. Learn more about carpool, vanpool, telework, and commuter bus alternatives.
