The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) will open the 3.4-mile southern section of the four-lane US 522 Berkeley Springs Bypass in Morgan County by noon on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
“The opening of the southern corridor of the Berkeley Springs Bypass marks a significant milestone in improving safety and mobility for residents and travelers in the region,” said Transportation Secretary Stephen T. Rumbaugh, P.E. “This new segment provides a more efficient route for traffic. When completed, the bypass will provide for a more efficient route for commercial trucks, helping to ease longstanding congestion in the town of Berkeley Springs.”
Addressing Traffic Congestion
State and local officials had long been concerned about heavy truck traffic on US 522 through the community of Berkeley Springs. About 30 percent of the approximately 13,400 vehicles that use US 522 every day are trucks.
“We are proud to deliver this critical infrastructure project as part of our ongoing commitment to modernizing West Virginia’s roadways, promoting safety, and supporting our communities,” Rumbaugh said.
Project Contracts and Specifications
The bypass project is being completed in two distinct phases:
- Southern Section: In October 2020, Trumbull Corporation was awarded a $59.8 million contract to build the lower leg of the bypass, beginning south of Winchester Grade Road and extending north of Martinsburg Road. The project included the construction of several bridges, three new at-grade intersections, and a new interchange with existing WV 9 and Martinsburg Road.
- Northern Section: In December 2022, A.L.L. Construction Inc. was awarded a $35 million contract to complete the northern leg, connecting the southern section back onto US 522 north of Berkeley Springs. This project includes construction of two bridges and a connector road to War Memorial Hospital.
Future Outlook
“The northern corridor of the Berkeley Springs Bypass remains under active development,” Rumbaugh said. “Design work is advancing, and right-of-way acquisition is ongoing to prepare for future construction. We remain committed to moving this project forward and securing the resources necessary to complete the full bypass for the people of Morgan County.”
The northern section of the bypass is expected to open to traffic in 2027.
