The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) advises motorists and regional commuters to expect significant traffic modifications along a critical segment of WV 20 (West Pike Street) in downtown Clarksburg. Crews will establish a continuous, round-the-clock road closure to facilitate the rapid replacement of failing storm drainage infrastructure.
This civil maintenance operation is required to prevent localized flooding, guarantee proper stormwater runoff, and preserve the underlying structural integrity of the downtown roadway grid.
Project Logistics & Operational Window
Due to the depth of the utility excavations and the placement of heavy machinery, the targeted intersection will be completely impassable to through-traffic. Motorists should review the following core schedule:
| Operational Category | Project Framework Details |
|---|---|
| Affected Corridor | WV 20 (West Pike Street) — Downtown Clarksburg Grid |
| Primary Work Zone | Immediate intersection of West Main Street and Ferry Street |
| Closure Activation | 7:00 a.m., Monday, January 19, 2026 |
| Targeted Reopening | Wednesday, January 21, 2026 |
| Impact Status | Continuous 24-hour closure (Full restriction to round-the-clock through-traffic) |
Designated Regional Detour Routes
WVDOH traffic engineers have established and signed two primary bypass vectors to route traffic smoothly around the downtown utility zone. Commuters are strongly urged to utilize these official paths:
- Detour Route A (US 50 Vector): Divert from West Pike Street toward Adamston, transition onto US Route 50 East, and follow the mainline highway layout to the designated Chestnut Street exit to loop back into the city core.
- Detour Route B (WV 98 Vector): Travel from Milford Street, transition directly onto WV Route 98 (adjacent to Veterans Memorial Park), and follow the corridor through to Chestnut Street.
Commercial Operations Notice: While through-traffic will be fully blocked at the active excavation site, all local commercial businesses within the downtown Clarksburg perimeter will remain fully open and accessible to patrons and delivery logistics throughout the duration of this emergency drainage project.
Accessibility Statement:
The West Virginia Department of Transportation will, upon request, provide reasonable accommodations including auxiliary aids and services necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in our services, programs, and activities. Please contact us at (304) 558-3931. Persons with hearing or speech impairments can reach all state agencies by calling (800) 982-8772 (voice to TDD) or (800) 982-8771 (TDD to voice), toll free.
