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Ashland Police Department
Wednesday March 20th, 2024 :: 10:16 a.m. EDT

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Ashland PD Traffic Alert for the Railroad Run Saturday, March 23, 2024

The annual Ashland Railroad Run will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024. The Ashland Police Department will begin temporarily closing roads starting at 7:30 a.m.
 
The course will include South Center Street (west side of the tracks only) and go as far west as South James Street and the Lankford’s Crossing subdivision; and as far south as Gwathmey Church Road.
 
Southbound South Center Street will be closed throughout the Run between Myrtle Street and Ashcake Road. Ashcake Road will be closed intermittently at South Center Street (railroad crossing).
 
Motorists may expect delays while traveling through the following areas: Center Street between Gwathmey Church Road, Ashcake Road and Myrtle Street, roadways throughout the Ashland Historic District, Duncan Street, Hanover Avenue and the Lankford’s Crossing subdivision.
 
These delays will be temporary. Ashland police officers, Hanover County Sheriff’s deputies and volunteers will be posted throughout the course to assist motorists transiting the course.
 
If you do find yourself stopped in traffic, the wait should be minimal. We thank you for your patience and cooperation in advance. Please contact the Ashland Police Department at 804-412-0600 with any questions.

Address/Location
Ashland Police Department
601 England St
Ashland, VA 23005

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 804-798-1227

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