Route 636 (Havelock Road) in Richmond County will be closed to through traffic starting Wednesday, September 17, as the Virginia Department of Transportation begins a culvert replacement project. The closure affects the stretch over Scates Mill Stream and is expected to last for about six months.
The project involves installing a new concrete box culvert measuring 6 feet by 8 feet and spanning 48 feet in length, which is longer than a standard school bus. Motorists will be directed to follow a signed detour route using County Bridge Road and Newland Road. An online map is available for drivers to view the detour.
Access for residents living along Havelock Road will remain open throughout the construction period. All work is scheduled to be finished by spring 2026, weather permitting.
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