Two-night closure planned for Route 620 to allow progress on multimillion dollar widening project

Fredericksburg, Virginia – Drivers in Spotsylvania County should prepare for temporary overnight closures on Route 620 (Harrison Road) next week, as part of a larger effort to widen the corridor. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) announced that a section of Harrison Road will close to through traffic between Route 627 (Gordon Road) and Route 610 (Old Plank Road) to allow construction crews to install a new water line.

The full overnight closures are scheduled as follows:

• Tuesday, August 19, from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. Wednesday, August 20

• Wednesday, August 20, from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. Thursday, August 21

During these periods, all through traffic will be detoured. Motorists will be redirected via Gordon Road and Old Plank Road. Although Old Plank Road will remain open at its intersection with Harrison Road, no access to Harrison Road will be allowed from the Old Plank Road side during the overnight closures.

Limited Access for Residents

Residents who live along the affected portion of Harrison Road or on Route 1196 (Stansbury Drive) will still be able to access their homes. However, they must enter from the Gordon Road intersection only, as the Old Plank Road entrance will be fully blocked during the closures. Emergency responders will also retain access to properties within the closure zone.

Construction Supports Long-Term Road Expansion

This work is part of an ongoing $11.2 million VDOT project aimed at widening Harrison Road to four lanes between Gordon Road and Old Plank Road. The project, which broke ground in September 2024, is expected to be completed by late summer 2026.

In addition to the lane expansion, the project includes:

• A center turn lane along Harrison Road

• New through travel lanes at the Old Plank Road and Gordon Road intersections

• Extended turn lanes to reduce congestion

• Sidewalk installation along Harrison Road

• Pedestrian crossing signals and crosswalks at both major intersections

VDOT officials urge drivers to stay alert in work zones and follow posted detour signs to ensure safety. Digital message boards, cones, barricades, and other signage will be in place to help guide traffic during the closure periods.