Victory Boulevard widening project brings long-term lane closures in York County
Yorktown, Virginia – Starting as early as July 21, drivers traveling on Victory Boulevard (Route 171) in York County should prepare for significant traffic changes. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced that long-term single lane closures will be in place for several weeks as part of the ongoing Victory Boulevard Widening Project.
Details of the Closures
As part of this construction phase, the westbound left travel lane on Victory Boulevard from Bowman Terrace to just beyond Hampton Highway (Route 134) will be closed. In addition, the eastbound left-turn lane from Victory Boulevard onto Hampton Highway will be shut down. A signed detour route will guide drivers to use Victory Boulevard and Yorktown Road (Route 706) to reach their destinations.
In the westbound direction, among the two existing left-turn lanes from Victory Boulevard onto George Washington Memorial Highway, the inside left-turn lane will also close, while the outside left-turn lane will stay open for traffic.
These lane restrictions are expected to continue through late summer, but VDOT notes that the schedule is weather- and progress-dependent and may change.
About the Victory Boulevard Widening Project
Construction on the $4.6 million Victory Boulevard Widening Project began in March 2025. The project aims to expand vehicle capacity and reduce congestion by widening the roadway and improving turn lanes between George Washington Memorial Highway and Hampton Highway.
VDOT officials encourage drivers to allow extra travel time, follow detour signs carefully, and stay updated on the project’s progress, especially as schedules may shift due to weather conditions.
For the latest details on the Victory Boulevard Widening Project, residents and commuters can visit the official VDOT project page here.
Motorists are urged to remain patient as these improvements aim to provide long-term benefits and smoother traffic flow in one of York County’s busiest corridors.
