Drivers on Interstate 64 should expect a series of nightly lane closures — and possibly some delays — through the week. As a result of VDOT’s I-64 widening project certain ramps and lanes will experience closures from July 7-13.

While the lane closure lift is in effect for most areas, motorists may encounter semi-permanent work zones that remain in place during that time. A full listing of those lane closures can be found on VDOT’s website.

Ramps

• A consecutive, long-term full ramp closure on Route 143 Merrimac Trail north to I-64 west continues. Traffic will follow detour signage in place directing motorists to the Route 143 south on-ramp to I-64 west during the closure.

Lanes

• Alternating single-lane closures on I-64 east and west from Route 199 Lightfoot exit (exit 234) to Route 199/Humelsine Parkway (Exit 242): July 10-11, from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. westbound and from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. eastbound
• Daytime lane closure under flagger control on Colonial Parkway at the I-64 overpass on July 10-11, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Motorist and emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times.
• Daytime lane closure under flagger control on Rochambeau Drive at Bruton High School on July 8-12, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Motorist and emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times.
• 64 Express Lanes:Express lanes will be closed, July 8, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• I-64: Full ramp closure from I-64 west to George Washington Highway (296A), July 10-11, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• I-64/I-264/I-564 HOV Diamond Lanes and 64 Express Lanes: HOV restrictions and express lanes tolls are lifted on Thursday, July 4, and HOV restrictions are not enforced on Sundays.

With assistance from Virginia State Police, there will also be a series of temporary stoppages on I-64 west, lasting no longer than 20 minutes each, for bridge work at the Lakeshead Drive overpass July 11, between midnight and 5 a.m. Daytime lane closures under flagger control on Lakeshead Drive at the I-64 overpass, on July 8-12, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motorist and emergency vehicle access will be maintained at all times.

Effective July 1, it is against Virginia law to hold a handheld personal communications device while driving through a highway work zone. To read more about the law, click here.

Tips from VDOT

• Be cautious behind the wheel. Your actions impact yourself, your passengers and everyone else on the road. Do your part in making travel safer for all:
  • If you plan to drink, have a designated driver
  • Buckle up
  • Keep your eyes on the road
  • Take a break if you are drowsy
  • Don’t drive distracted, and speak up if someone else is doing so

VDOT’s 511 app offers information about construction, traffic, incidents and congestion as well as access to traffic cameras, weather and more. The free mobile VDOT 511 app is available online. Traffic information is also available at 511Virginia.org, or by calling 511 from any phone.

To report a road problem or get answers to your transportation questions, call VDOT’s Customer Service Center at 800-FOR-ROAD (800-367-7623) around the clock.