Routes 220 and and Route 419 are two of the busiest corridors in our region. VDOT says some major improvements are coming that are meant to reduce congestion and improve safety.

There are plans to add more lanes to Route 419 near Tanglewood Mall.

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Ever been stuck in traffic along Route 419 near Tanglewood Mall?

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. A project four years in the making to improve a busy local interchange is about to begin. On Monday, work will start on the southbound side of Route 419 near Tanglewood Mall in Roanoke County. Drivers can expect shoulder closures and nighttime lane closures on Route 419 throughout the duration of this project. There will be, also, some impacts to the businesses along that stretch of Route 419 at nighttime, Bond said. VDOT and the contractor will work with businesses along the road during the construction to help them mitigate the impact of the work.