Road staff outlines plan for intersection-warning system on Route 460; board signals support

Mar 3, 2026

VDOT and county road staff reviewed a study recommending an intersection conflict-warning system for Route 460 at Dos Road and said installation should be pursued using VDOT safety funds and county secondary-road funds; staff said comparable installations reduce crashes by about 30%.

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VDOT and county highway staff briefed the board on traffic concerns at Route 29/Gladys Road, New London Drive and a new study for Route 460 at Dos Road that recommends installing an intersection conflict-warning system (dynamic flashing lights that activate when vehicles approach/turn). Staff said the project will require design and materials and estimated a timeline of approximately 18–30 months, using regional contracts and some combination of VDOT safety funds and county secondary-construction funds.

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