| RELEASE: | IMMEDIATE | August 20, 2021 |
| CONTACT: | Paula K. Jones 434-856-8176 (office) | LYN-21-071 |
| Paula.Jones @VDOT.Virginia.Gov |
LOWESVILLE RD BRIDGE, AMHERST COUNTY, STRUCK AGAIN
Lane closed due to damage
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Motorists who use Lowesville Road (Route 778) in Amherst County are once again facing possible delays after the bridge over Piney River was struck by a motor vehicle and damaged for the second time in recent months.
A preliminary damage assessment is complete, one lane of the bridge closed and a temporary signal in place to assist motorists. Repairs are scheduled in the coming weeks.
In late-May, the bridge railing was damaged and traffic detoured while VDOT bridge crews made repairs.
Lowesville Road carries over 900 vehicles per day according to a 2014 count.
Motorists are encouraged to expect delays, slow down and be alert to the presence of the signal, crews and equipment.
