FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – If you’re traveling through the Fredericksburg region this week, expect to see crews working along Interstate 95 and several major routes in surrounding counties. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has released its list of scheduled lane closures and maintenance activity for May 4–10, 2025. All work is weather permitting, and up-to-date info is available on 511Virginia.org.
Key Spots to Watch on I-95
Mobile pavement marking and lane closures will affect both directions of I-95 throughout the week:
- Exit 143 (Garrisonville Road): Nighttime mobile lane closures on ramps (Mon–Fri, 8 p.m.–5 a.m.)
- Exit 110 (Ladysmith Road): Alternating closures on the northbound side (Sun–Thurs, 9 p.m.–5 a.m.)
- Exit 140 to Exit 133: Southbound single-lane closures for pavement marking (Mon–Fri, 8 p.m.–5 a.m.)
- Exit 126 (Spotsylvania): Lane closures continue daily for off-ramp widening and new turn lane construction (Sun–Sat, 7 p.m.–10 a.m.)
City Street Work in Fredericksburg
Drivers will see flaggers and lane closures in the city during daytime hours:
- Bridgewater Street & Fall Hill Avenue: Alternating lanes (Wed–Fri, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.)
- Lafayette Boulevard: Right lane closed between Twin Lake Drive and St. Paul Street; two-way traffic maintained (Mon–Fri, 7 a.m.–2 p.m.)
Projects to Keep an Eye On
In Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania, several long-term construction projects are underway:
- Intersection Improvements: Route 1 at Fall Hill Avenue and Princess Anne Street/Hanson Avenue; expected completion by June 2026
- Bike & Pedestrian Upgrades: Lafayette Blvd at Twin Lakes/Kensington; wraps up in November 2025
- Spotsylvania Ramp & Turn Lane Work: Additional turn lanes at Exit 126 off-ramp and Route 1 southbound
- Widening Projects: Mudd Tavern Road and Harrison Road are both being widened, with work continuing through late May 2025 and summer 2026, respectively
Beyond Fredericksburg
Road resurfacing, pavement marking, and shoulder improvements are planned across Caroline, Essex, Gloucester, King George, King William, Lancaster, Mathews, Northumberland, Richmond, Spotsylvania, and Stafford counties. Most work occurs between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. and is guided by flagging crews.
According to a press release from VDOT, drivers are advised to use caution, stay alert, and plan for possible delays when traveling through active work zones.
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