Dual Left Turn Lanes Coming to Lewis Road at Route 10
TL;DR: Chesterfield County is constructing dual left turn lanes on Lewis Road at Route 10 westbound, with right-of-way acquisition beginning in fall 2026.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County Department of Transportation (project manager: Hong Lim)
- What: Construction of dual left turn lanes on Lewis Road at Route 10 westbound intersection
- When: Right-of-way acquisition fall 2026; utility relocations spring 2027; construction fall 2027
- Where: Lewis Road at Route 10 westbound, Chesterfield County
The story
Chesterfield County is moving forward with a transportation improvement project to construct dual left turn lanes on Lewis Road at its intersection with Route 10 westbound. The project is designed to enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion at this busy intersection.
The project timeline breaks into three phases: right-of-way acquisition will occur in fall 2026, utility relocations are scheduled for spring 2027, and construction is expected to begin in fall 2027. During off-peak hours, temporary lane and shoulder closures will be necessary as work progresses.
Project manager Hong Lim can be reached at 804-748-1037 or LimH@chesterfield.gov for questions. Additional project documents are available through the county's document center.
Key players
- Chesterfield County Department of Transportation: Project sponsor and implementer
- Hong Lim: Transportation project manager
Key dates
- Fall 2026: Right-of-way acquisition begins
- Spring 2027: Utility relocations scheduled
- Fall 2027: Construction begins
The case for
Dual left turn lanes are expected to increase intersection capacity and reduce wait times during peak traffic periods, improving commuter efficiency on this Route 10 corridor.
The case against
Construction will create temporary disruptions with lane and shoulder closures during the three-phase project extending from fall 2026 through fall 2027, potentially causing short-term traffic delays for commuters in the area.
Why it matters: The improvement addresses congestion at a major county intersection, potentially shortening commute times and improving traffic safety for residents and commuters using Lewis Road and Route 10.
Places
Development timeline
- 2024-02-22Project initially posted on Chesterfield County alerts: Lewis Road at Route 10 dual left turn lanes project announced [[source]](https://www.chesterfield.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=4704)
- 2026-07-22Most recent project update: Project timeline and construction phases confirmed [[source]](https://www.chesterfield.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=4704)
- 2026-10-01Right-of-way acquisition begins: First phase of the Lewis Road project starts [[source]](https://www.chesterfield.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=4704)
Related links
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Sources
- Lewis Road at Route 10 Dual Left Turn Lanes - Chesterfield County
- Chesterfield County Transportation Projects