Charleston, WV (WOAY)—The West Virginia Parkways Authority warns drivers to plan ahead for heavy traffic on the turnpike from today, Friday, May 23, to Monday, May 26.
The projected traffic transactions for Memorial Day weekend are expected to reach approximately 237,000 vehicles.
The highest traffic volumes are anticipated today and Monday, May 26.
There are expected backups at the Chelyan toll plaza for northbound traffic.
Just past the toll plaza, a bridge reconstruction project puts traffic in one lane.
In an official media release, West Virginia Parkways Authority interim director Parish French says they expect heavy traffic from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Monday and advises travelers to schedule around those times.
Tolls for passenger vehicles are $4.50 per plaza, and there are three main toll plazas along the turnpike.
An E-ZPass costs $27.50 annually for unlimited use, plus a one-time transponder fee.
You can visit transportation.wv.gov to get yours.
