STAFFORD, Va. – Local leaders got a closer look at several upcoming road and bridge improvements during the Stafford County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 20, 2025. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) shared updates on major projects aimed at improving safety and easing traffic across the county.
Kyle Bates, VDOT’s Fredericksburg District Administrator, led the presentation, walking supervisors through key timelines, construction plans, and current progress. From emergency fixes to long-range upgrades, the report covered some of Stafford’s most heavily traveled areas.
🚧 Route 1 Reopens After Emergency Closures
Emergency lane closures on Route 1 (Cambridge Street) have officially been lifted. The closures were triggered by concerns about the structural integrity of a section of the roadway.
“A load analysis was conducted, and the situation is being monitored,” said Bates, who assured supervisors that VDOT continues to assess the area’s long-term needs.
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