Coming Soon
Route 58 - Abingdon to Damascus |
Project at a Glance
What's Being Done
Work is underway on three Route 58 widening projects between Abingdon and Damascus:- West Corporate Limits of Damascus to near Route 708–Rhea Valley: Right of way acquisition is underway. Construction is contingent on future funding. Construction estimate: $24.8 million.
- Route 708–Rhea Valley to just east of Route 638 - Lacy Drive: Right of way acquisition is underway. Construction is contingent on future funding. Construction estimate: $15.6 million.
- Just east of Route 638 - Lacy Drive to near Watauga Road in Abingdon: The project has been advertised for construction bids and is scheduled to be awarded September 2008. Construction is slated to begin in 2009. This project includes the replacement of the bridge over Middle Fork Holston River. Construction estimate: $24.9 million (fully funded).
Right of Way Acquisition
Pinnacle Consulting Management Group, Inc., Oklahoma City, Okla., will serve as right of way consultant for two sections of the widening of Route 58 between Abingdon and Damascus, from just east of Route 638 to just west of the West Corporate Limits of Damascus. Their office is located in the shopping center at Food City in Damascus, located on Route 58.
Approximately 90 land parcels will be acquired for the Route 58 projects, with ten of those involving the relocation of families. The right of way process for this project is currently under way and is scheduled for completion in spring 2009.
Benefits
Completion of the widening will provide a modern and safe four-lane facility between Abingdon and Damascus, a highly traveled route for commuter and recreational traffic.The project is part of the Route 58 Corridor Development Program to enhance the transportation network and foster economic development in southwestern Virginia.
