The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) has issued a public notice regarding temporary road closures and lane restrictions in the Mid-Ohio Valley. These closures are necessary for ongoing maintenance work and will affect areas in both Parkersburg and Jackson County through the end of the week.
In Parkersburg, a single-lane closure is currently in effect on Murdoch Avenue, beginning at Emerson Avenue (milepost 15.19) and continuing north to milepost 15.39.
This section of the road will remain under restricted traffic flow daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday. The closure is part of a scheduled tree removal project, and drivers can expect to see flagging personnel managing the flow of traffic to ensure both worker and motorist safety.
The lane reduction may cause slight delays during peak travel hours, so motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and allow for extra time during their commute. The area is a busy corridor for local and regional traffic, and the WVDOT asks for patience and caution as crews complete this important maintenance task.
Meanwhile, in Jackson County, a full road closure is taking place on Independence Road (County Route 33/12) near Sandyville.
The closure spans from milepost 0 to milepost 1.38 and is in place daily between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. through Friday. This work is part of a scheduled pipe replacement effort designed to improve drainage and prevent future road damage due to water runoff and erosion.
WVDOT officials have confirmed that school buses will be accommodated during the Independence Road closure to ensure student transportation remains uninterrupted. However, other motorists are asked to seek alternate routes during the closure hours.
Both projects are part of routine infrastructure maintenance that the WVDOT performs to maintain safe and passable roadways across the state. The department emphasizes that the current schedule is subject to change depending on weather conditions or unexpected delays. Inclement weather, in particular, could force rescheduling or extend the duration of the projects.
As with all work zones, the WVDOT is urging drivers to remain alert, follow all signage, and obey speed limits while driving through the affected areas. Safety remains the top priority for both road crews and the traveling public.
The WVDOT encourages residents and travelers to stay informed about road conditions and closures by checking official state transportation updates and using available GPS navigation tools that report real-time traffic data.
These short-term inconveniences are part of long-term improvements aimed at keeping West Virginia’s roads safe, functional, and prepared for changing weather patterns. Community cooperation is vital to the success of these efforts.
For the most up-to-date information on road closures and construction projects throughout the state, motorists are encouraged to visit the West Virginia 511 Traveler Information website or contact their local WVDOT office.
