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Truck Strike Causes Lane Closure on Balls Ford Road Bridge

Published November 14, 2024 at 3:19PM

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has closed the left lane of westbound Balls Ford Road at the bridge over Prince William Parkway, near Gainesville, following damage caused by a truck strike. The closure was announced today, two days after a northbound vehicle on Prince William Parkway struck the bridge’s underside on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

VDOT has confirmed that the lane closure will be in place for an extended period to allow for further inspections and assessments of the bridge’s structural integrity. Officials have stated that an additional inspection will occur in the coming days, after which repair plans will be developed based on the findings.

VDOT Rolls Out App for Real-Time Parking at Commuter Lots

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Published November 13, 2024 at 11:21PM | Updated November 14, 2024 at 7:13AM

Courthouse Road commuter lot in Stafford County. Photo: VDOT

Press Release:

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is evaluating the performance of ParkZen, a new smart parking mobile app that enables local travelers to view real-time parking availability in six commuter lots in Fairfax, Prince William, and Stafford counties at no cost. The ParkZen app helps commuters check for and navigate to unoccupied parking spaces.

New Opitz Boulevard Ramp and Neabsco-Potomac Commuter Garage Set to Open in Woodbridge

By Potomac Local News

Published November 13, 2024 at 10:00AM | Updated November 13, 2024 at 10:18AM

A seven-story parking garage at Opitz Boulevard and Potomac Center Boulevard should be open by October. [Photo: Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

Opitz Boulevard Ramp Ribbon Cutting

On Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 11 a.m. to noon, local leaders will officially open the Opitz Boulevard ramp on the 95 Express Lanes. This $70 million project, funded by Transurban and executed in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Shirley Contracting Company, provides a dedicated northbound access point for morning commuters, connecting directly to a busy area that includes Sentara Medical Center, Potomac Mills, and the new Neabsco-Potomac Commuter Garage. This new entry to the Express Lanes is the first stand-alone ramp integrated into the 95/395 Express Lanes network, and it is expected to relieve congestion for drivers heading northbound during peak hours.

Improvements at Prince William Parkway and University Boulevard Completed

By Aya Karouane

Published November 11, 2024 at 9:30AM

[Image: Prince William County]

Press Release:

Prince William County has successfully completed substantial improvements along 5,000 feet of Prince William Parkway and 1,500 feet along Discovery Boulevard, including enhancements at the intersection of Discovery Boulevard and Hornbaker Road.

Man Charged in Dumfries Road Rage Incident

By Aya Karouane

Published November 8, 2024 at 10:34AM

On October 22, a 28-year-old man was arrested and charged with brandishing a firearm in connection to a road rage incident on April 26 in Dumfries. The investigation revealed that during a verbal altercation at an intersection, the suspect brandished a firearm at another driver, but no shots were fired and no injuries occurred.

Press Release from Prince William Police:

UPDATE: Man Charged in Fatal Crash Near Manassas

By Aya Karouane

Published November 8, 2024 at 10:34AM

On November 6, the driver of a 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter van was charged with careless driving following a fatal crash on November 4 near Manassas, which killed a 90-year-old pedestrian. The investigation determined that distracted driving contributed to the collision, and the driver was issued a court summons for the traffic violation.

Press Release from Prince William Police:

Fredericksburg Launches School Zone Speed Cameras

By Aya Karouane

Published November 5, 2024 at 7:32PM

[Image: James Monroe High School]

Press Release:

The City of Fredericksburg and the Fredericksburg Police Department are introducing school zone speed enforcement cameras to protect students and enhance road safety. These cameras will be installed in two city school zones in late 2024 to ensure drivers follow posted speed limits, creating a safer environment for children.

Man, 90, Struck and Killed

By Aya Karouane

Published November 5, 2024 at 12:28PM

On November 4, a pedestrian was struck by a 2021 Mercedes Benz Sprinter van while walking on the shoulder of Lake Jackson Dr. near Manassas and later died from his injuries. The driver, a 68-year-old man, remained at the scene, and investigators are seeking witnesses as the investigation continues, with charges pending.

Press Release from Prince William Police:

Scheduled Lane Closures for Route 28 in Centreville

By Dalila Conde

Published November 5, 2024 at 7:12AM

[Photo: Virginia Department of Transportation on Facebook]

Three left lanes will close starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, leaving two right lanes open. By 11 a.m. Sunday, an additional lane will reopen, allowing three lanes of traffic. The ramp from I-66 East to Route 28 North will also be limited to a single lane.

All lanes are expected to reopen by 7 p.m. Sunday, though the schedule may change due to weather. For updates, visit the project website or follow @VaDOTNOVA on X.

NEW OPITZ BLVD RAMP TO OPEN, Providing Direct Access to I-95 Express Lanes

By Potomac Local News

Published November 4, 2024 at 5:19PM | Updated November 4, 2024 at 9:06PM

In collaboration with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Shirley Contracting Company, Transurban is set to unveil a new access point from Opitz Boulevard to the 95 Express Lanes in Woodbridge.

The access point, opening on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 10 p.m., will allow northbound entry during morning rush hour starting Friday, November 15, providing Prince William County commuters a faster and more reliable route.