Newest section of University Boulevard now open

Beginning today, Thursday, Sept. 12, the newest section of University Boulevard between Edmonston Drive and Sudley Manor Drive is finished and ready for use.

The 1.25-mile project included significant infrastructure improvements such as a new bridge, updated water and sewer lines, and a five-foot-wide pedestrian sidewalk.

Funding for the $23.5-million project came from multiple taxpayers sources, including $9.7 million from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority, or NVTA, through its Local Distribution Fund, $9.5 million from the Virginia Department of Transportation and $2.5 million for utility upgrades from Prince William Water.

According to the Prince William County Department of Transportation, the newly completed section of University Boulevard provides numerous benefits, such as improved pedestrian and cycling access, reduced traffic congestion and enhanced opportunities for economic development.

“This project is the first of many that will make University Boulevard safer, more accessible and easier to navigate for both motorists and pedestrians,” said Deshundra Jefferson, Prince William County Chair At-Large, at a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the road.

She added, “This project has prioritized community safety for nearby residents. As this part of our community continues to grow, we must scale our infrastructure to improve traffic flow, relieve congestion and promote community safety. This project also makes the Victory Lakes subdivision more accessible for residents.”