VDOT’S Snow Removal Priorities
VDOT is responsible for snow removal on all state-maintained roads, while all cities and some localities maintain their roads, including Arlington and Henrico counties. VDOT may support cities and towns, if requested.
The agency’s snow removal priorities are as follows:
- Interstates and limited-access roadways are VDOT’s first priority.
- Primary roads (routes numbered 1 to 599) and major secondary roads (routes numbered 600 and up) with vital emergency and public facilities, or those with high-traffic volumes, will be cleared along with interstate and limited-access roadways, as resources allow.
- Low-volume secondary roads and subdivision streets will be treated after higher-priority routes are completed and additional resources are available.
The Virginia State Police announced early Monday morning that the agency has investigated approximately 181 vehicle crashes resulting in 20 injuries since Sunday afternoon. Most of the accidents occurred in the southwest region of the state.