PROJECT UPDATE
February 2017
Construction Underway at I-64/I-264 Interchange
Work Advances on Phase I of Interchange Improvements

The photo above shows the double box culvert that crews installed near Kempsville Road in support of the project. The structure, which will be buried, will allow stormwater to flow to a relocated tidal channel.

I-64 West Nightly Lane Closures

Nightly double-lane closures near the Twin Bridges on I-64 west began in late February so crews can re-stripe the interstate and place a barrier wall on the shoulder to support construction activities.
  • These lane closures run from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  • They may continue through 5 a.m. on March 9, depending on the weather, as extended dry weather is necessary for the work.
  • Crews will keep two lanes open during the closures, and all ramps will remain open.
  • Traffic must be shifted to accommodate the barrier wall, necessitating the re-striping work.

The blue line over I-64 west on this map indicates the approximate length of the lane closures:

I-264 East Nightly Lane Closures

A single right-lane closure on I-264 east is planned for two nights, March 8 and 9, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., near the Newtown Road exit.
Progress Report and Look Ahead

Phase I (I-64/I-264 to Newtown Road)

Recently Completed:

  • Installed tidal channel box culvert at Kempsville Road and temporary tidal channel crossing
  • Relocated electrical service to HOV gates on I-64 west

Ongoing:

  • Excavating and pile-driving for box culvert near I-264 east Newtown exit ramp 15A
    • Requires the placement of traffic barrier and barrels, removing part of the shoulder
  • Installing traffic barrier on right shoulder of I-64 west
  • Excavating/grading tidal channel from Kempsville Road to Curlew Avenue
  • Maintaining erosion and settlement control measures
  • Installing construction haul/access road parallel to tidal channel

Upcoming:

  • Second phase of tree and vegetation clearing, between Curlew Avenue and Newtown Road
  • Removal of sound barrier wall along I-64 west near the Twin Bridges
  • Ramp foundation improvements along I-64 west from Twin Bridges to Curlew Avenue


    Traffic Impacts
    There are currently no posted speed limit reductions.

    Lane Closures:
    • Nightly double-lane closures on I-64 west near the Twin Bridges may continue until the morning of March 9, depending on the weather. These lane closures run from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
    • A single right-lane closure on I-264 east is planned for two nights, March 8 and 9, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. near the Newtown Road exit.
    As a reminder, motorists are urged to put down their phones, obey speed limits and drive with caution.

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