24 episodes
Improve 81 Series improve81
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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 infrastructure. This podcast series focuses on discussions with VDOT on current improvement projects.
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Program Changes
The 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.
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Work Zone Safety
See how VDOT's corridor-wide Transportation Management Plan enhances work-zone safety and consistency among I-81 projects. More at Improve81.org.
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I-81 and I-77 Improvements
Five 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.
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Weyers Cave Truck Climbing Lanes
On 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. -
Looking Back at 2023 and Ahead to 2024
On 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. -
Safety Service Patrol
On 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 Manager
George Kluchesky, Safety Service Patrol Supervisor
Chad Fisher, Safety Service Patrol Foreman