Richmond-Henrico Turnpike Improvements – South

Project Status: Advertised for Construction

Estimated Cost: $29.75 million
Start Date: 3rd Quarter, 2026
Estimated End Date: 2028

Magisterial District:   Fairfield  

The County of Henrico will be constructing accommodations to increase safety for vehicles as well as pedestrian access and connectivity. The following improvements will be constructed, including:

• The project will widen Richmond-Henrico Turnpike from the intersection of Laburnum Avenue north to the Hummingbird Lane.
• The existing 2-lane, undivided roadway will be improved to a four-lane, divided roadway with a 16-foot raised median.
• A sidewalk will be constructed along the west side of Richmond-Henrico Turnpike and a lighted shared-use path will be added along the east side.
• These pedestrian and bicycle amenities will provide direct access to Laburnum Elementary School and enhanced access to the Henrico High School. The project also includes replacement of an existing drainage pipes south of Lark Drive.

Estimated Schedule

• Design is underway.
• Right-of-way is complete.
• Utility relocation is complete.
• Advertisement for construction is complete.
• Construction is anticipated to start 3rd Quarter, 2026.

Progress to Date

• Public information meetings were held November 13, 2019, and June 4, 2019. A public hearing was held October 21, 2020.
• Construction Contractor expect to start 3rd Quarter 2026.