Proposed

What's being proposed?

The purpose of the project is to replace the Route 61 bridge over the New River.  The new bridge will include two 12-foot travel lanes, a sidewalk and bicycle lanes.  The current bridge was built in 1952 and is in overall poor condition.

During construction, at least one lane of traffic will be maintained on the bridge.  However, periodic, short-term bridge closures may be necessary during some phases of construction.  

Project Update

A citizen information meeting on this project was held in July 2009 followed by a public hearing in November 2009. 

VDOT plans to build the new bridge using a design build contract. 

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