VDOT News - Northern Virginia

UPDATE (Oct. 2, 2023): The ramp closure from Georgetown Pike (Route 193) to I-495 North in McLean will continue tonight between midnight and 5 a.m. for stormwater drainage work. The detour will be the same as listed below.

FAIRFAX, VA – The ramp from Georgetown Pike (Route 193) to I-495 North in McLean toward the American Legion Bridge is scheduled to close during overnight hours this weekend, Friday, Sept. 29 - Sunday, Oct.. 1. A detour will be in place to I-495 South, where drivers can access I-495 North at the Route 123 interchange. This ramp closure is necessary to accommodate stormwater drainage work as part of the 495 NEXT project.

This work is weather dependent and may be rescheduled if needed. 

The ramp will close at:

• 11:59 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Saturday
• 11 p.m. Saturday to 4 a.m. Sunday
• 11 p.m. Sunday to 4 a.m. Monday (if needed)

Detour details:

Motorists heading westbound on Georgetown Pike:

1. Continue on Georgetown Pike to the exit for southbound I-495.
2. Take the exit for northbound Route 123/Chain Bridge Road.
3. Follow Route 123/Chain Bridge Road to the right exit ramp for northbound I-495.

Motorists heading eastbound on Georgetown Pike: 

1. Take the earlier exit on Georgetown Pike for southbound I-495.
2. Take the exit for northbound Route 123/Chain Bridge Road.
3. Follow Route 123/Chain Bridge Road to the right exit ramp for northbound I-495.

Drivers are urged to use caution and expect potential delays if traveling through this area.

Visit 495NEXT.org for the latest construction and lane closure information. 

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