Prince William County officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on May 5 at the intersection of Prince William Parkway and Minnieville Road to mark the start of a new interchange project intended to improve traffic flow and safety for drivers and pedestrians.
The $81 million project will lower Prince William Parkway beneath Minnieville Road, increasing capacity at a busy intersection that handles significant daily traffic. The new interchange is also expected to support future growth related to the Quartz District, which is planned as a mixed-use commercial center with residential development in the northwest quadrant of the intersection.
Victor Angry, Neabsco District Supervisor and Vice Chair of the Board of County Supervisors, led the ceremony. “So for years, we’ve heard from the residents about development. And as we develop, we’ve heard that one thing that we haven’t done well is infrastructure. The interchange behind you… was rated at a D rating, which is one of the worst in VDOT. But the upgrades that we’re doing… will take it from a D rating to a B rating. And at the same time of doing this project, it ties very much closely to the Quartz project that you see behind us, as well,” said Angry.
Angry continued: “This corridor and this end of the county is truly changing. This literally is a game changer for the county and how we develop going forward.” Deshundra Jefferson, Chair At-Large for Prince William County, said: “This interchange is truly the foundation that makes the Quartz District possible. The interchange will reduce congestion, improve traffic flow and increase safety for drivers and pedestrians alike. Projects like this continue to exemplify why we are a vibrant, growing and diverse community.”
County Executive Chris Shorter said: “This project is our response. It is about reducing congestion and improving travel times for families. It is about enhancing safety for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists alike. And it is about supporting continued growth in a way that is smart, that is strategic and that is aligned with our long-term vision. This investment reflects the priorities outlined in the county’s strategic plan, particularly around mobility, economic growth and building a community that invests in quality of life for everyone.” Funding comes from Northern Virginia Transportation Authority 30 percent funds along with proffers and local sources.
Phyllis Randall, Chair of Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Board said: “When we talk about regional collaboration, and when NVTA says ‘We put money in for congestion relief relative to cost,’ what we know is this corridor in this area is not just important to people who are going to be in Prince William County but all [of]the entire region which is why it was important for NVTA to put money into this effort.” Lane Construction Corporation began work after Rinker Design Associates finished design earlier this year; completion is expected by spring 2028.
