Trail alerts
Sewer construction near mm 45
There will be a temporary detour between MM 45 & MM 46 for sewer line construction beginning March 17th. Construction is expected to last for 2 weeks. Please use caution when passing through this area.
VDOT Replacing Truncated DOmes in Henrico County
VDOT is replacing the truncated domes along the Trail throughout Henrico County. Please slow down and use caution when navigating around the cones and passing VDOT workers.
construction along trail near mm 20 (Charles City)
The construction of Charles City's Market 5, located at MM 20, is still underway.
Lighting Installation Planned for 2025 near mm 51 (Rocketts Landing)
Beginning in 2025, self-sustaining lighting will be installed along the Capital Trail throughout the Rocketts Landing area (between MM 50 - MM 51) for increased pedestrian safety. This installation may include workers and equipment on or near the Trail. Please use caution when proceeding through the area.
bridge deck work scheduled for 2025
The bridge deck just west of MM 3 is scheduled to get an epoxy overlay. The estimated timeframe is May 2025.