JAMES CITY COUNTY — The Virginia Department of Transportation announced a long-term closure of Six Mount Zion Road at I-64 between Mount Laurel Road and the intersection of La Grange Parkway could begin as early as Sept. 22.
During the closure, signed detours will be in place directing motorists to Barhamsville Road (Route 30) via either Fieldstone Parkway or La Grange Parkway. No I-64 ramps will be impacted by this closure, according to VDOT.
In addition to widening the bridge to accommodate three lanes in each direction on I-64, the work also includes bridge rehabilitation, paving and utility relocations during the long-term closure, VDOT said.
VDOT estimates the closure to be in place through spring 2026. All work is weather- and schedule-dependent; therefore, the schedule is subject to change.
The closure is for bridge widening as part of the “Segment C” section of the I-64 Gap Widening project. Estimated to be completed as early as late 2027, VDOT said Segment C includes nine miles of I-64 roadway widening and pavement rehabilitation; the repair, rehabilitation and widening of two bridges on I-64 east and west over Six Mount Zion Road; as well as paving the Lightfoot Park and Ride lot in York County.
Additional work includes the installation of overhead signage and advanced traffic management technology systems, sound barrier walls, retaining walls, and storm drainage box culverts and pipes.
More information on the I-64 Gap Segment C Project can be found online.
VDOT recommends using its free 511 Virginia traffic tools, or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app, to check for the most up-to-date road and travel conditions. VDOT’s 511Virginia website and mobile app offer information about construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts and more.
