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Welcome to Corridor D

The ultimate goal for the construction of Corridor D is to build a facility that best addresses the areas greatest needs. The completion of the Corridor D project will provide residents and travelers with a safer and more efficient alternative to the current roadway system, while enhancing the area's economic development efforts. The proposed project is determined to be the least environmentally damaging, practicable alternative that fulfills the project's purpose and need.

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Blennerhassett Bridge set to open June 13

5/7/2008 - PARKERSBURG — The Blennerhassett Bridge is set to open June 13. Gov. Joe Manchin, Transportation Secretary Paul Mattox and other West Virginia officials, Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland and other Ohio officials will play host to a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the Blennerhassett Bridge over the Ohio River June 13 at 1:30 p.m. in Wood County. Read More

Corridor D project development continues

4/27/2008 - PARKERSBURG — The objective for the development of Corridor D was to provide access to major urban centers along the East Coast from points throughout the midwest, while providing opportunities for economic development in Northwest West Virginia and Southeast Ohio. Read More

Bridge nears completion

4/12/2008 - PARKERSBURG —Work is continuing on finishing up the Blennerhassett Island Bridge with officials hoping the span will be open to traffic this summer, if the weather cooperates. Read More

Unique span nears completion

4/7/2008 - CHARLESTON — Construction workers are praying for sunny days and warm temperatures as they put the finishing touches on the Corridor D bridge, a one-of-a-kind architectural feat that runs over the Ohio River and over Blennerhassett Island. Read More

Bridge named for Blennerhassett Island

4/2/2008 - PARKERSBURG — Blennerhassett Island officials were pleased to learn Monday the Corridor D bridge spanning the Ohio River will be named The Blennerhassett Island Bridge. Read More

Corridor D Bridge

3/5/2008 - PARKERSBURG — Expected to open this spring, completion of project could mean growth for local area. Read More

 
   
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