Virginia Department of Transportation to close King Street ramps for two nights
Alexandria, Virginia – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced planned overnight closures of the westbound King Street (Route 7) ramps leading to both directions of Interstate 395 for paving operations. These closures are set to take place, weather permitting, on Tuesday, June 3, and Wednesday, June 4.
Ramp Closures and Detour Details
According to VDOT, the closures will be in effect during the following timeframes:
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From 11 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, to 4 a.m. Wednesday, June 4
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From 11 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, to 4 a.m. Thursday, June 5
During these hours, both the northbound and southbound I-395 access ramps from westbound King Street will be inaccessible. As an alternative, motorists will be detoured via westbound King Street/Leesburg Pike, then westbound Columbia Pike (Route 244), and finally loop back eastbound on Leesburg Pike/King Street to access I-395.
Drivers are encouraged to adhere to posted detour signs and allow extra travel time during these overnight hours.
Stay Informed on Road Conditions
To help drivers plan accordingly, VDOT advises checking real-time traffic updates and incident information through its online portal at 511.vdot.virginia.gov, by using the free 511Virginia mobile app, or by dialing 511 from anywhere within Virginia.
Motorists are urged to exercise caution in the area during the paving operations and to remain alert for crews and equipment working overnight.
