The Virginia Department of Transportation announced on March 18 that it will modify the existing traffic signal at the intersection of Route 656 (Remington Road) and the entrance to Cedar Lee Middle School in Fauquier County, beginning Wednesday, March 25. The change includes adding new traffic signal displays for drivers approaching from Remington Road and removing the current stop sign.
The department said these modifications are intended to improve operational safety and traffic flow along this corridor, which sees about 2,500 vehicles daily. The updated signals aim to provide clearer guidance for motorists turning off Remington Road, particularly during busy morning and afternoon hours.
The new signal system will feature a flashing yellow arrow, which indicates that drivers may turn after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. A steady red arrow means turns are prohibited as indicated by signage, while a steady yellow arrow warns that the light is about to turn red. Additionally, turns on red will not be allowed from Remington Road; drivers are advised to follow the new indications and posted signs.
VDOT encourages drivers to use caution as they adjust to the changes. Local updates about conditions in VDOT’s Culpeper District can be found on X.com/VaDOTCulp and the Culpeper District Facebook group page.
According to the official website, the purpose of Virginia Department of Transportation centers on building, maintaining and operating Virginia’s roads, bridges and tunnels to support a safe and efficient transportation system. The agency manages one of the nation’s largest state highway systems, covering tens of thousands of lane-miles across Virginia according to its official website. It also provides services such as highway maintenance, traffic management through systems like Virginia 511, and oversight of land-use permits along state routes according to its official website.
Virginia Department of Transportation serves as a state agency overseeing planning, construction and maintenance for roadways, bridges and tunnels across Virginia according to its official website. The department developed from the 1906 State Highway Commission through various iterations as it managed Virginia’s expanding transportation infrastructure according to its official website. Its headquarters is located at 1221 East Broad Street in Richmond according to its official website.
As these changes take effect later this month, VDOT said it remains focused on ensuring safety for all road users while supporting efficient travel throughout Fauquier County.
