Lane closures coming to Powhite Parkway for electric tolling transition

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Multiple lane closures are coming to Powhite Parkway in Richmond to support construction for the city's transition to an all-electronic tolling system.

The Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RMTA) announced on Jan. 31 that construction has begun for its transition to an all-electronic tolling system on the Powhite Parkway, Boulevard Bridge and all ramps.

RMTA said the new system will modernize its toll collection process, improve traffic flow and enhance roadway safety.

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The agency on Sunday announced triple-lane closures on multiple dates on the Powhite Parkway. The closures are as follows:

• Monday, Feb. 9 and Tuesday, Feb. 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Triple left-lane closures on Powhite Parkway northbound
• Wednesday, Feb. 11 to Friday, Feb. 13, from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Alternating, triple lane closures on Powhite Parkway southbound
• From 6 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 to 6 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16: Alternating, triple lane closures on Powhite Parkway southbound

RMTA encouraged drivers to pay attention to signage in the area and use caution when driving near the work zone.