Improve 81 Series: Recent Episodes

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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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Dozens 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.

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Three 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.

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See 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.

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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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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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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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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.

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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.

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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

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On 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 Engineer
  • Marty Halloway, Bristol District Engineer for Megaprojects
  • Matt Dana, Staunton District Preliminary Engineering Manager

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On this episode, join Jason Bond and Dave Covington as they discuss the ramp extensions at the Troutville Rest Area.

Our special guest this week is Tony Handy, Area Construction Engineer in Salem. 

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On this episode, join Ken Slack and Dave Covington as they discuss the improvements from mile marker 229-296 which will widen I-81 in the Strasburg area. 

Our special guest this week is Pam Bowman the Project Manager for the I-81 southbound widening. 

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On this episode, join Ken Slack and Dave Covington as they discuss the improvements to the Southwest Virginia truck climbing lanes. 

Our special guest this week is Jim Jones the Bristol District I-81 Project Manager. 

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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This episode focuses on improvements to the Troutville Rest Area ramp improvement. This episode features Jason Bond, Dave Covington, and Craig Moore.