VDOT ROADWATCH
Interstate 581
Interstate 581 exit 2N at Peters Creek Road
Work is underway on this $4 million project to re-align and signalize the exit 2N ramp from northbound I-581 to northbound Peters Creek Road, eliminating the current merge ramp and making it easier for drivers to access Valleypointe Parkway. One lane each direction will remain open during work. During spring and summer 2026, the current exit ramp will be narrowed as construction begins on the new exit ramp. Construction is expected to be completed in late fall 2026.
Lane closures: Drivers may see intermittent lane closures in place, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Peters Creek Road northbound and southbound in the city of Roanoke between Valleypointe Parkway and Thirlane Road NW.
I-581 patching operations
Weather permitting, crews will perform paving and patching operations. Lane closures will be in place northbound and southbound, Sunday through Thursday, during nighttime hours, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should watch for signs and expect possible delays.
I-581 bridge deck repairs
Weather permitting, crews will repair bridge decks on Interstate 581. Right and left lane closures may be in place during nighttime hours, 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should watch for signs and work zone areas. Delays are possible.
Botetourt County
Route 737 (Hogan Hollow Road) bridge work
Beginning September 28, Route 737 (Hogan Hollow Road) will be closed for bridge work over Catawba Creek. The bridge is located near Route 779 and the dead end of the road. Expected completion of the project is October 2, 2026.
Route 666 (Haymakertown Road) bridge replacement complete with paving scheduled at a later date
A section of Route 666 (Haymakertown Road) that was previously closed for a bridge replacement has reopened to traffic on September 2. Loose gravel signs have been posted until paving can be performed with a flagging operation. The bridge is located on Haymakertown Road between Route 665 (Country Club Road) and Route 664 (Asbury Lane).
Route 460 and Laymantown Road intersection improvements
An intersection improvement project to replace a bridge and add a right turn lane on westbound Route 460 for drivers turning onto Laymantown Road is nearing completion. Laymantown Road is open to traffic.
The project still has work that will continue, including milling and paving, markings, signal work and other residual needs in the area, but traffic will be able to use the roadway during remaining construction. Drivers should pay attention to signs and traffic control devices and use caution in the work zone.
Lane closures: Drivers who use Route 460 (Orange Avenue) and Route 658 (Laymantown Road) in Botetourt County should expect possible lane closures on Route 460 from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. and on Laymantown Road from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail stabilization work
Residents along the former Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Craig Valley Branch railbed in Botetourt and Craig counties may notice maintenance work continuing along the old railbed. These activities are intended to prevent additional deterioration and to help designers who are developing plans for the Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail. VDOT continues to conduct site visits and field reviews on the railbed. The design plans for Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail are still being refined. Ongoing maintenance activities regarding extensive stabilization should be complete by summer 2026. The project is set to begin by the end of 2026 with a completion date of fall 2028.
Montgomery County
Route 460 Business pedestrian improvement project
Work is nearing completion on a pedestrian improvement project for Route 460 Business between the intersection of Route 460 and Laurel Street (Entrance to Walmart) and to the intersection with Spradlin Farm Drive. Drivers can expect lane closures in the eastbound and westbound lanes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. Closures of turn lanes onto 460 Business from each side of the intersection with Laurel Street may also be in place. Message boards will alert traffic. Expected completion is summer 2026.
Lane closures: Lane closures may be in place in the following locations during allowable work hours listed above:
Right lane closures on Route 460 eastbound may be in place during daytime hours and alternating lane closures on Route 460 westbound during nighttime hours.
Nighttime lane closures including left-hand turn lanes may be in place on the eastbound side of North Franklin, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. These closures will also involve restricting turn lane access from Pepper’s Ferry Road through the signaled intersection.
Eastbound left lane closures from the intersection with Pepper’s Ferry to just past the intersection with Laurel Street.
Westbound lane closure from Farm View Road to just past the intersection with Laurel Street. Inside turn lane may be closed from westbound Route 460.
