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The I-81 Corridor Improvement Program consists of innovative, targeted improvements that will have a substantial effect on the safety and reliability of a critical portion of our nation's infrastructu... more
FAQs about Improve 81 Series:How many episodes does Improve 81 Series have?The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.
December 30, 2024Operational Improvements on I-81Dozens of operational improvements along the I-81 corridor in Virginia are nearly complete. Hear how these enhancements are helping reduce crashes and keeping traffic moving. More at Improve81.org....more18minPlay
October 23, 2024Mount Sidney Safety Rest Areas Ramp ExtensionsThree ramp extensions will improve safety and traffic flow around two rest areas in Augusta County. A nearby overpass bridge will be replaced, requiring local traffic to detour during construction. I-81 Program Delivery Director Dave Covington discusses the improvements with Project Manager David Robinson. More at Improve81.org....more15minPlay
August 29, 2024Minimizing Our Footprint - Environmental Stewardship Along I-81See how the Improve81 program works to protect waterways, habitats, sensitive geology, historic sites and recreational resources while planning dozens of needed transportation improvements. More at https://www.Improve81.org....more15minPlay
May 14, 2024Program ChangesThe I-81 Corridor Improvement Program evolves to meet the needs of interstate travelers. I-81 Program Delivery Director Dave Covington talks with Communications Coordinator Ken Slack about new widening projects that will help enhance safety and traffic flow. More at Improve81.org....more11minPlay
March 29, 2024Work Zone SafetySee how VDOT's corridor-wide Transportation Management Plan enhances work-zone safety and consistency among I-81 projects. More at Improve81.org....more18minPlay
February 12, 2024I-81 and I-77 ImprovementsFive separate construction projects are coming to the Wytheville area, where I-81 and I-77 come together. They will enhance safety and traffic flow while supporting economic development. VDOT Bristol District Communications Manager Michelle Earl discusses the projects with Bristol District Location & Design Engineer Tamara Pritchard and Bristol District Megaprojects Engineer Marty Halloway. More at Improve81.org....more8minPlay
February 02, 2024Weyers Cave Truck Climbing LanesOn this episode, join Ken Slack and Dave Covington as they discuss the Weyers Cave truck climbing lanes near the Augusta County and Rockingham County line, Our special guest this week is Jennifer Hoover, Staunton District Engineer and Project Manager. ...more13minPlay
December 15, 2023Looking Back at 2023 and Ahead to 2024On this episode, join Ken Slack and Dave Covington as they look back at the I-81 corridor during 2023 and look ahead to 2024. Our special guests this week are: Tabitha Crowder, Bristol District Ken King, Salem District Todd Stevens, Staunton District. ...more19minPlay
September 12, 2023Safety Service PatrolOn this episode, join Ken Slack and Dave Covington as they discuss the safety service patrol. Our special guests this week are: Sandy Wyrick, TOC Program ManagerGeorge Kluchesky, Safety Service Patrol SupervisorChad Fisher, Safety Service Patrol Foreman...more17minPlay
August 04, 2023Design BuildOn this episode, join Jason Bond and Dave Covington as they discuss VDOT's design build delivery process.Our special guests this week are:Rob Griffith, Salem District Construction EngineerMarty Halloway, Bristol District Engineer for MegaprojectsMatt Dana, Staunton District Preliminary Engineering Manager...more17minPlay
FAQs about Improve 81 Series:How many episodes does Improve 81 Series have?The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.