Improve 81 Series
Improve 81 Series
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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.
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.
May 14, 2024
10 min
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.
Mar 29, 2024
17 min
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.
Feb 12, 2024
7 min
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.
Feb 2, 2024
12 min
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.
Dec 15, 2023
18 min
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
Sep 12, 2023
16 min
Design Build
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
Aug 4, 2023
16 min
Bristol District: Exit 10-7
On this episode, join Michelle Earl and Dave Covington as they discuss the improvements coming to Exit 10 through Exit 7 on I-81.  Our special guest this week is Gene Holley, Bristol District I-81 Coordinator.
Jan 24, 2023
9 min
Bridge Challenges
On this episode, join Jason Bond and Dave Covington as they discuss the bridge challenges along the I-81 corridor. Our special guest this week is Dean Hackett, Salem District Bridge Engineer.
Nov 3, 2022
5 min
Troutville Rest Area Closure and Improvements
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.
May 9, 2022
6 min
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