RI-25-02: Route 627 - Henrico County/Hanover County

Azalea Avenue to I-295

Project Purpose

The purpose of this study is to evaluate safety and operational issues and develop solutions along Route 627 (Richmond-Henrico Turnpike/Meadowbridge Road) between Azalea Avenue and I-295. There was one (1) fatal crash and there were four (4) severe injury crashes along this corridor between 2020 and 2024. The corridor includes two (2) Potential for Safety Improvement (PSI) intersections and 2 PSI segments.

Survey

The Phase 1 survey regarding current transportation needs on Route 627 (Richmond-Henrico Turnpike/Meadowbridge Road) between Azalea Avenue and I-295 was completed in June 2025. The study team will use the input obtained from the public to better focus on solutions and develop alternatives to address the identified needs.

Study Partners

• Henrico County
• Hanover County
• Richmond Regional Transportation Planning Organization
• Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC)
• Buckingham Branch Railroad (BBRR)
• WSP

Key Points of Contact

District Lead: Liz McAdory

Lead Consultant: Sachin Katkar 

Schedule

Start date: March 2025

End date: August 2026