Field work in Lynchburg, motorists and pedestrians advised

LYNCHBURG, Va. ( WFXR ) – The City of Lynchburg is working on an improvement project that will continue for several weeks.

Field crews will start gathering and surveying geotechnical and utility information at the intersection of Link Road and Rivermont Avenue on Monday, November 18.

Lane and sidewalk closure in Lynchburg, 4 week project

There will be no lane closures during this process, but motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution while the crews conduct their work.

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