What/Why: A major milestone takes place on the afternoon of May 19 when VDOT opens the mile-long, 100-foot high bridge that will carry traffic from the inner loop of the beltway to I-95 south towards Richmond. In preparation for the bridge opening and several other traffic pattern changes in the interchange area, VDOT will hold a media briefing on May 17 at 11 a.m. This is your opportunity to get the details in advance of the ribbon-cutting ceremony and bridge opening scheduled for May 19.

When: Monday, May 17
11:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Where: Springfield Interchange Field Office
6400 Commerce Street, Springfield

Who: Steve Titunik, Communications Director for the Springfield Interchange Improvement Project
Larry Cloyed, Project Manager, Springfield Interchange Improvement Project

Directions: From I-95 south, exit at Route 644 East/Franconia Road. Follow signs to Commerce Street.

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Page last modified: May 13, 2004