Spring marks the beginning of the 2025 paving season in the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced plans for extensive resurfacing work, awarding 24 contracts to cover over 500 lane-miles within the VDOT Staunton District. Additionally, 33 miles of rumble strips will be installed on primary roads to enhance safety.
The total value of the paving projects across the district’s 11 counties is approximately $66 million. The resurfacing methods include:
– Plant mix: This traditional milling and paving method involves about 235,000 tons of asphalt spread over 230 lane miles.
– Latex/microsurfacing: Applied to 97 lane miles, this treatment extends pavement life and improves vehicle traction.
– Surface treatment: Aimed at extending pavement life, it will cover about 117 lane miles.
– Slurry seal: Used primarily in subdivisions and low-speed roadways, this will be applied to around 64 lane miles.
In addition to resurfacing, VDOT plans to install center-line rumble strips on 20 miles and shoulder/edge-line rumble strips on 13 miles of roadway. These are typically placed on roads with speed limits of at least 45 mph as a safety measure against crashes involving drowsy or distracted drivers.
With numerous projects scheduled throughout the district in 2025, motorists should anticipate encountering lane closures due to resurfacing or rumble-strip installation. Flaggers and pilot trucks may be used to manage traffic and ensure crew safety. Drivers are urged to slow down, stay alert, adhere to work-zone signs, and respect flaggers.
All planned work is subject to weather conditions.
For current traffic alerts and travel information, dial 511 or visit https://511.vdot.virginia.gov/. For assistance with road hazards or transportation inquiries related to Virginia’s roads, contact the VDOT Customer Service Center at 800-FOR-ROAD (800-367-7623) or through its mobile-friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov. Agents are available around the clock.
The VDOT Staunton District can be followed on Facebook and X (Twitter), while statewide updates are available on Facebook, Flickr, and YouTube. More information can be found on VDOT’s website at https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/.
The Staunton District serves Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, Rockbridge, Alleghany, and Bath counties.
