HARRISONBURG, VA (Virginia Department of Transportation) — The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), in partnership with the City of Harrisonburg, is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential solutions for Virginia Avenue (Route 42) between Gay Street and the Harrisonburg northern city limits.

This study focuses on measures to encourage lower speeds, improve safety, and enhance connectivity for all roadway users including pedestrians. Community input received through this survey will help the study team understand perspectives on proposed solutions and develop final recommendations to address issues along the study corridor.

VDOT invites residents and travelers to learn more and take an online survey which is available December 9 to December 23, 2025.

In addition to the online survey, VDOT and the city of Harrisonburg will host open-house meetings on Thursday, December 11. There will be two meeting times and locations for the community to share their experiences, thoughts and questions:

  • 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community (VMRC) Strite Auditorium at Crestwood, 1401 Virginia Ave.
  • 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Harrisonburg City Hall (Council Chambers), 409 S. Main St.

This study is expected to be completed in summer 2026; it does not set construction dates for any improvements.