Virginia Transportation Board Cancels I-73 Effort; U.S. 220 Upgrade May Be An Alternative

Virginia's I-73 project is canceled, shifting focus to upgrading U.S. 220 as an alternative. The Southern Connector project may replace I-73, costing $745 million. Concerns raised about social and environmental impacts of the new road. State funds may support the Southern Connector project....

Virginia Transportation Board Cancels I-73 Effort; U.S. 220 Upgrade May Be An Alternative
Virginia's I-73 project is canceled, shifting focus to upgrading U.S. 220 as an alternative. The Southern Connector project may replace I-73, costing $745 million. Concerns raised about social and environmental impacts of the new road. State funds may support the Southern Connector project....