Long-term ramp closure scheduled for Frederick Boulevard on-ramp to I-264 west in Portsmouth

Ramp closure with signed detour in place to begin as early as Aug. 12 through late 2026 Ramp closure with signed detour in place to begin as early as Aug. 12 through late 2026 PORTSMOUTH — Starting as early as Aug. 12, contractor crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are scheduled to implement a temporary closure of the on-ramp from southbound Frederick Boulevard (Route 17) to Interstate 264 (I-264) west, to allow for ongoing noise wall construction activities adjacent to the roadway along I-264 in Portsmouth. During the closure, a signed detour will be in place directing motorists traveling south on Frederick Boulevard to continue to Portsmouth Boulevard and follow posted detour signs to access the I-264 west on-ramp. This ramp closure is estimated to remain in place through late 2026.  Additionally, the project will have an overnight off-ramp closure from I-264 east to Frederick Boulevard (exit 5) Aug. 10 from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. for pavement striping work. All work is weather- and schedule-dependent; therefore, this schedule is subject to change. Before hitting the road, consider using VDOT’s free 511 Virginia traffic tools, or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app, to check for the most up-to-date road
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