VDOT Plow Tracker
Northern Virginia roads are divided into 626 snow maps. Use the Virginia Department of Transportation's snow plow tracker (activated when there's 2+ inches of snow) to check the status of your road and see what's been cleared.
Private Streets
If a street within a townhouse, condominium or business complex is not posted with a state route number, then it is a private street. Snow removal is the responsibility of the property management company or homeowners association.
Walkways/
It takes a whole community to shovel snow. While not legally obligated, we need your help to clear snow in front of residential or business properties so that all pedestrians (especially school children, those with disabilities and the elderly), may walk safely.
Driving In the Snow
Many of us drive, sometimes in snowy conditions. With a few steps and some awareness, we can be safe on our roads. Drivers are asked to:
- Get where you need to be before the weather gets bad.
- Monitor weather to stay informed of the latest timing and intensity along your travel routes.
- Stay informed with social media, Fairfax Alerts and weather service alerts.
- Adjust commutes to avoid driving during storms until conditions improve.
- Take it slow on bridges, ramps, overpasses and other known trouble spots.
- Ensure gas tanks and windshield fluid tanks are full, and take time to update your car’s emergency kit.
