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Charleston, West Virginia
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@WVDOT
WVDOT
3 years
An amazing morning on the Ohio River 😍 Our crews started before the sun came up to get the new Wellsburg Bridge on a barge so we could float it down the river to its permanent home connecting Wellsburg, WV, and Brilliant, OH.
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@WVDOT
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4 years
How much snow did you get? Check out these snowdrifts our crews are tackling in Preston County. ❄️ 👀
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WVDOT
4 years
A winter storm is expected to blanket most of West Virginia with 3 to 6 inches of snow beginning Thursday afternoon and continuing through Christmas Day. Road crews with WVDOH are ready for the challenge, armed with 185 brand-new snowplows. Read more ⬇️
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@WVDOT
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5 years
Police presence in a work zone is not about writing tickets — it’s about saving lives. West Virginia has lost 56 construction workers and crew to work zone crashes. Pay attention. Just Slow Down. #WorkZoneAwareness #ExpectTheUnexpected
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8 years
Those stranded at Elkview Crossings Mall are heading home thanks to the construction of this emergency access road.
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5 years
BRIDGE OPEN: Less than 48 hours after closing the eastbound lanes of the I-64 bridge between St. Albans and Nitro, the West Virginia Division of Highways is pleased to announce that repairs have been made to the expansion joint and the bridge is open.
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@WVDOT
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7 years
Easton Hill interchange in Morgantown is OPEN! Here's a look at two weeks of hard work in just a minute!
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5 years
Always research your route before you hit the road. WV511 can help you do just that with real-time data on work zones, traffic and road conditions throughout the state. #WV511 #DriveSmart
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11 years
Yep, that's a pretty big rock! Use caution if traveling down I-79 South at the split in Charleston. http://t.co/EDHC4Iymph
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7 years
#TBT to one of the most photographed structures in #AlmostHeaven . Share what makes WV #AlmostHeaven to you! @GoToWV
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3 years
We've been out applying anti-icing treatment with salt brine in Greenbrier County and throughout the state in advance of the approaching snowstorm. 🌨️ Applying the salt brine in advance prevents snow and ice from bonding to the pavement making it easier to plow off.
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7 years
What a difference a day makes! The new Easton Hill intersection in Morgantown is looking good and ALMOST ready to open.
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5 years
This summer, expect to see many work zones on your commute or as you travel for vacation. To have better roads, we must have work zones. Keep yourself and the people around you safe while traveling through them with these tips:
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@WVDOT
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5 years
Due to the traveling public's continued disregard of weight limit and safety signs on the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, officials with WVDOT have opted to close the bridge to vehicular traffic for the foreseeable future.
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@WVDOT
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4 years
WV Division of Highways truck drivers helped move hospital beds from Fairmont to Charleston yesterday. The beds will help prepare St. Francis Hospital to serve as a surge hospital if needed in the fight against #COVID19 . DOH employees were honored to serve in this role!
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@WVDOT
WVDOT
8 years
Wow! Damage on Friday vs. progress today on US 60 in Caldwell. #wvflood
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@WVDOT
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4 years
The children were nestled all snug in their beds... while DOH workers drove snow plows through town! Our crews have been working hard and want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! ❄️
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4 years
Earlier today on the Hi Carpenter Memorial Bridge, our WVDOH Bridge Inspection crew found a dog walking on the lower chord truss member. Rob Jeffries and Joey Linville were able to rescue him and share their lunch. He may have found a home with operator Joey Linville. 🐶 ❤️
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Sending a big THANK YOU to our @WVNationalGuard members helping with the cleanup efforts in the western part of the state. We appreciate the teamwork! 💪❄️
@WVNationalGuard
WV National Guard
4 years
Our Soldiers were on the ground in Wayne Co. today providing additional support to local & state authorities to clear roads/debris for WVians in need. The photos of the downed trees/snow & ice from the storm don’t do justice to what parts of our state are going through.
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7 months
A Turnpike Tandem! Four West Virginia Parkways snowplows head north at Paint Creek Road, Exit 74, working in tandem to pull snow from the wall off the shoulder and clear the full width of the West Virginia Turnpike. #SeeingResults
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WVDOT
8 years
This is the view along US 60 near the Greenbrier Sporting Club. Road remains CLOSED. Avoid travel in this area.
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9 years
Numerous crashes reported in Kanawha Valley. Closures on I-64 WB Dunbar and I-79 SB Elkview. Slick conditions, take it slow!
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7 years
Our hearts are heavy today. A Highway Engineer with 25 years of service lost his life & two employees were injured in a crash Tuesday.
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@WVDOT
WVDOT
3 years
There's nothing cool about littering — find a trash can 🗑️ Thanks to our District 10 crew for cleaning up along I-64 earlier this month.
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@WVDOT
WVDOT
7 years
We remember those lost and honor those who stepped into action during the 2016 flood. Our workers are humble, but their actions were heroic.
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@WVDOT
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4 years
Take me home, country roads...Today, #WestVirginia is celebrating 157 years since its founding! Happy birthday, Mountain Momma. #WVDay
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6 years
HEADS UP: WVDOT Secretary Tom Smith has an update on I-77 traffic and construction that has been suspended to allow visitors from neighboring states to get to a safe place ahead of #HurricaneFlorence
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4 years
Our plow truck drivers will be hard at work for the next few days. If you see one on the road, give them the space they need to get it cleared! ❄️ 📍 Rock Cliff Drive 🗺️ Berkeley County
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@WVDOT
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7 years
Crews found this lil' guy resting under a bridge on I-79 in Kanawha Co. He doesn't appear to be in distress and has no fear of heights!
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@WVDOT
WVDOT
7 years
All WVDOH Plow crews are out treating roads as the storm tapers off it will give us a chance to catch up. Don't travel unless you have too.
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4 years
Today, @WVGovernor Jim Justice and leaders of WVDOT held a grand opening ceremony to officially open the new section of the Coalfields Expressway (WV 121) from Slab Fork in Raleigh County to Mullens in Wyoming County. Read more ➡️
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7 years
Proud to welcome these folks to the Mountain State every year. They're heading to D.C. to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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7 years
Something to keep in mind as temps drop overnight...salt begins to lose its effectiveness below 20 degrees. Take it slow!
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3 years
Governor Justice's Jobs and Hope program, a win for WV, has been an even bigger win for WVDOH. Heavy equipment training offered through the program prepared Transportation Worker Katie Everly for her job driving a snow plow, helping to keep the roads clear all winter.
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8 years
A lot of work ahead of WVDOH & we need room to work. Only emergency & local traffic should be in flood hit areas.
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7 years
Most people don’t realize but more then 50% of the reason you have lights on your car is not for you to see, it’s others to see you. You drive a silver, grey, gray, light blue, light green, white or like color car when it’s raining and add the road mist, people can’t see you.
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7 years
WVDOH worker Stephen Cogar was laid to rest today. A Webster County DOH crew set up this final tribute as his procession passed.
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@WVDOT
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7 years
Good news Morgantown! The Easton Hill intersection is now OPEN!
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5 years
From 2013-2018, work zones resulted in 4,400 deaths, 85% percent of which were the driver or passenger, and 200,000 injuries. Remember these tips when traveling through Work Zones. #WorkZoneSafety #DriveLikeYouWorkHere
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@WVDOT
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4 years
We're back at it today ❄️ This morning, these trucks left from District 10 to go assist clean up from the ice storm in other parts of the state. Please continue to take it slow in your area, watch for downed trees/power lines, and give our crews the space to get it cleaned up.
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1 year
Governor Justice and WVDOT broke ground on Corridor H Kerens to Parsons Section 3 today, Friday, June 9, 2023. When Corridor H is complete, it will connect I-79 in Weston, West Virginia to I-81 in Strasburg, Virginia. Read more:
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10 years
Patriot Coal lending equipment to help #WVDOH remove snow drifts on WV 99 in Raleigh Co. Some are 25 ft. high! http://t.co/MoiCtbiYXZ
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4 years
🚨 TRANSPORTATION INNOVATION 🚨 @virginhyperloop has announced that it will locate its new Hyperloop Certification Center on nearly 800 acres of land, spanning Tucker and Grant counties. Read more ⬇️
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6 years
CONSTRUCTION SUSPENDED: Gov. Jim Justice has directed the WVDOT to notify contractors to suspend construction work on I-77 NB from the state line to Charleston for drivers to travel to safer areas away from #HurricaneFlorence
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@WVDOT
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5 years
From the crews of #WVDOT : Happy Birthday, West Virginia! 🎉
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4 years
We have seen an increased amount of litter along roadways across West Virginia. Please be considerate and think of the hardworking men and women who have to pick up what you throw out. Do not litter. ❌🚯
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6 years
In an emergency meeting today, the WV Parkways Authority unanimously voted to extend the deadline for the Limited (One-Time) Early Enrollment Option of the Single Fee Discount Program through January 11, 2019. The toll increase will still be effective on January 1, 2019.
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5 years
The annual Bridge Day celebration is this Saturday, October 19. Drivers should note that US Route 19 North and South will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please plan for extra travel time as drivers will be detoured on US Rt. 60 and WV Rt. 16.
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3 years
State of Emergency declared by @WVGovernor for all 55 West Virginia counties due to the increasing threat of flash flooding and severe storms from now-Tropical Depression Ida.
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8 years
The WVDOT Communications Office showing their support for Work Zone Safety! #OrangeForSafety #NWZAW
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9 years
Here's the first beam being lifted onto the new I-79 Interchange overpass in Morgantown.
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8 years
This is US 60 in Caldwell, which was a paved road before the flooding. We're starting to make progress!
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5 years
Happy Bridge Day! US Route 19 North and South is closed until 5 p.m. today. Please plan for extra travel time as drivers will be detoured on US Rt. 60 and WV Rt. 16.
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1 year
Bringing a historic bridge back to life. West Virginia Division of Highways bridge crews from District 7 have completed restoration of the Carrollton Covered Bridge in Barbour County. Read more:
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3 years
The West Virginia Division of Highways installed a new sign Thursday, May 20, to rename Slab Fork Road in Raleigh County in honor of Raleigh County native Bill Withers. Read more ⬇️
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@WVDOT
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5 years
DOH officials from all 10 districts have worked diligently to compile complete lists of roads in need of maintenance work. Today, all DOH districts submitted these lists in accordance with @WVGovernor 's directive. The complete list of roadwork proposals stacked 21 inches tall.
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5 years
Less than a week after @WVGovernor  directed all DOH district managers and county supervisors statewide to compile full lists of secondary roads most in need of maintenance in their areas, those lists have been completed and are now available to the public:
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3 years
District 8 crews in Randolph County worked through the recent snow storm. ❄️
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2 years
Roads to Prosperity Project Milestone: The main span of the old Donald M. Legg Memorial Bridge was lowered onto a barge for removal today.
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7 years
Rain 👎 Puddles that make #AlmostHeaven reflections 👍What makes WV #AlmostHeaven for you?
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7 years
A WVDOH snowplow was hit by another vehicle overnight luckly there were no injuries. Please give our plows crews room to work and dont crowd the plow.
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3 years
District 5 crews in the process of milling and filling US 50
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8 years
Temporary bridge spans are coming in handy. This one over WV 129 in Nicholas Co. opened one lane of the road.
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7 years
Easton Hill in Morgantown has been shutdown for one week...with another week to go. Here's a time lapse of work through this afternoon.
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8 years
GOOD NEWS! USDOT providing $5.7 million in Emergency Relief for WV roads.
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7 years
Sec. Smith: We appreciate the confidence the citizens of WV have shown in us by passing Gov. Justice's Roads to Prosperity Bond Amendment.
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7 years
Light snow chances will be present overnight into Saturday afternoon. Don't underestimate what hazards a small snow accumulation can create on cold pavement. Driving conditions can rapidly change. Be prepared.
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8 years
Remember how we said our crews had their hands full? This is WV 82 in Webster County!
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4 years
The WV Division of Highways recently received two new pavers! 🚧 👷 The pavers were built in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Equipment Division inspects all new equipment then WVDOH logos and striping are added. Check them out ⬇️
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2 years
District 9 crews paved Tug Creek Road in Summers County.
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3 years
The snow blower in Grant County, appropriately named "The Beast," cleared snow on Brushy Ridge Road. #WVDOT
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US 340 near Harpers Ferry will reopen, Friday, December 1, 2023, as contractors have completed a major safety improvement project ahead of schedule. READ MORE:
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5 years
BRIDGE OPEN: Today, crews reopened the lanes on the I-64 Danner Road Overpass Bridge just 36 days after construction began. The project​ was originally scheduled to take 60 days, as crews with Brayman Construction completely replaced the bridge decks.
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5 years
Narrow lanes, sudden stops & traffic pattern shifts present challenges in work zones. Rear-end crashes in these areas are common. Always maintain space between your vehicle & the one in front of you. #DriveSmart #ExpectTheUnexpected
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3 years
Please don't throw trash out the window 🗑️ 🚯 📍 I-77, District 1
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6 years
It’s a good night to stay at home ❄️ but if you have to drive — slow down & watch for black ice as temperatures drop overnight. #WVDOT
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West Virginia 511
6 years
Use caution when driving tonight, as roads may be slick & any melting snow during the day will refreeze overnight as temps drop well below freezing, black ice may develop on bridges,overpasses, & untreated roads. #WV511
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7 years
Some areas may see slippery roads this morning widely scattered snow showers will work across the mountains this morning any snow will stick to the roads. Those traveling this morning should be prepared for slick roads and reduced visibility at times.
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3 years
As asphalt plants open, West Virginia Division of Highways crews are out patching potholes. WVDOH reminds drivers to keep “heads up; phones down” in work zones to keep these men and women safe.
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2 years
A memorable day on the jobsite of one of Governor Justice's Roads to Prosperity projects, the main span of the old Donald M. Legg Memorial Bridge was lowered onto a barge for removal today, December 21, 2022. Read more:
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8 months
West Virginia Division of Highways crews are using a snow blower to clear snow from roadways near Terra Alta, Preston County. All around the state, crews work two 12-hour shifts before, during and after the snow until the roads are clear.
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5 years
Another rainy day ☔ West Virginia Division of Highways crews are cleaning up rockslides and flooding in many areas this morning, including this major slide along US 52 and Fairview Addition in Williamson. Please be alert, slow down, and never drive through standing water.
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2 years
Crews in District 2 stabilizing the roadway in Wayne County.
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4 years
We're proud to show off this bridge in Barbour County that was completed in the spring. The U.S. Army PFC Roger Lee Carpenter Memorial Bridge is located on CR 56 in Junior, WV. 📸 Brandon Bartlett
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Our work extends beyond major road reconstruction. We've been busy with side roads this fall -- patching potholes, mowing grass and clearing culverts. Check out some of the pictures sent in from our district crews! #WVDOT
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5 years
WVDOH is working hard along I-79! Check out these crews rolling pavement on Monday between Frametown and the rest area. #WVDOT 🚧
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WATCH: Contractors for the West Virginia Division of Highways demolish the Upper Gassaway Bridge over the Elk River in Gassaway, completing a replacement project in the works for nearly 10 years. Read more about the project:
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5 years
This morning, the Department of Transportation re-opened all lanes of interstate traffic near the I-77/I-79 split in Charleston, marking the conclusion of a major project to repair and replace a series of bridge decks near the Westmoreland Road area.
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Route 112 in Mercer County is currently blocked due to a landslide. At this time, the slide is still moving. District 10 crews are on scene. They will begin the clean up process once the slide settles and is safe. Drivers should avoid the area & find an alternate route. #WVDOT
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5 years
Happy #Thanksgiving from the folks at #WVDOT ! We wish you safe travels and a wonderful holiday. 🦃
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4 years
Happy #IndependenceDay from the #WVDOT team! We're wishing you a very happy and safe celebration. Enjoy!
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US 340 near Harpers Ferry is scheduled to reopen Friday afternoon following a major safety improvement project. Crews removed loose material from slopes and installed mesh barriers and fences. Crews are wrapping up with pavement markings and striping, which is weather dependent.
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7 years
The @USCapitolTree was housed at DOH office overnight as drivers got some rest. It's back on the road and last spotted on the WV Turnpike.
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4 years
From all of us at the West Virginia Department of Transportation, we wish you a happy 2021! 🎉
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6 years
Temperatures will continue to drop today. Keep in mind that salt will begin to lose its effectiveness when temperatures are below 20 degrees! Leave plenty of time for travel and check @WV511  for road conditions and closures. #WVDOT ❄️🚙
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9 years
Shout out to our mechanics behind the scenes keeping our trucks in running order!
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7 years
Years in the making, we're ready to unveil WVDOH Fallen Highway Worker Memorial. Join us at 10 AM at the I-77 Williamstown Welcome Center.
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8 months
West Virginia Division of Highways crews are actively treating roads around the state ahead of expected winter weather this weekend. READ MORE:
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2 years
Keeping Route 20 open—that's how it's done! WVDOH crews filled the massive sinkhole near Hinton this week. A temporary bridge, installed by crews at the site in November, will keep traffic flowing through the area until the permanent fix is complete later this spring.
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2 years
Crews in District 7 completed canopy clearing in Brooke County.
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