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I-81 between mile markers 136.6 and 141.8, Roanoke County / Salem Ongoing widening project adding third lane in both directions. $179M design-build contract. Extended construction period expected. VDOT Salem District.

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SCAN AREA Mill Mountain Star / Blue Ridge / rail bridge Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, and the greater valley commute

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I-81 between mile markers 136.6 and 141.8, Roanoke County / Salem

Ongoing widening project adding third lane in both directions. $179M design-build contract. Extended construction period expected. VDOT Salem District.

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