Charles Town Engages Community for West Washington Street Project
WVDOH reviews public input from West Washington Street Project meeting in Charles Town
The Panhandle News Network | Tuesday, August 12, 2025
The West Virginia Division of Highways is evaluating community feedback from a public workshop held on August 5, 2025, regarding the West Washington Street improvement project in Charles Town. The meeting, held at Wright Denny Intermediate School, gathered local residents, business owners, and officials to discuss proposed enhancements aimed at improving safety and capacity at key intersections. With significant crash statistics indicating a higher-than-average incident rate in the area, officials are emphasizing the importance of community input as they plan for the future of this vital corridor that supports growth in the region. Doug Kirk from WVDOH assured that the input will inform the design and construction process.