Under Construction
Interstate 81 bridges over Scratch Gravel in Marion |
| Bridge reconstruction project |
Project at a Glance
mid-October 2011
Est Completion Date
August 2012
Contractor
DLB, Inc., Hillsville
Locality
Smyth
Contact
What's being done?
The Interstate 81 north and southbound lane closure near Exit 45 at the bridges over Route 658 (Scratch Gravel Road) in Marion is in place.
The contractor, DLB, Inc., Hillsville, is replacing the north and southbound concrete bridge deck, steel beams and railings.
Work is currently underway underneath the bridge and motorists traveling on Scratch Gravel Road may experience slight delays.
Interstate 81 will be restricted to one lane at the bridges through August 2012.
Planning Your Trip
Local Motorists
Plan to take alternate routes such as Route 11 while the lane closure is in place. Check 511virginia.org or call 511 for project information. Also, sign up to receive mobile alerts from 511virginia.org by going to 511Virginia.org and clicking on My 511 Control Room to create a free account.
Just Passing Through?
Go to www.511virginia.org and click on road conditions to see possible delays along your route, or call 511.
Truck Drivers
Anticipate delays, especially in the summer months and on holiday weekends. Look at alternate interstate routes if possible.
