RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that $30.1 million from the Transportation Partnership Opportunity Fund (TPOF) will be allocated to the City of Suffolk for the Route 460 Road Improvement Project. This project aims to support the Port 460 Logistics Center Development in Hampton Roads, which is crucial for the growth of the Port of Virginia and the overall economy of Suffolk and Virginia.
“Our investment in the Route 460 Road Improvement Project and Port 460 Logistics Center Development shows our commitment to providing top-notch infrastructure for Virginians, commerce, and prospective businesses,” said Youngkin. “Through partnership, we’re expanding the Port’s operations and accelerating economic growth for the Commonwealth.”
The Port 460 Development is a new 540-acre industrial park in Suffolk along Route 460 and the Route 58 Bypass. It is being developed to meet the increased activity and future capacity at the Port of Virginia. The site is strategically located at the intersection of two key freight corridors, Route 58 and Route 460, providing easy access to Norfolk and major Eastern Seaboard metropolitan areas via Interstates 85 and 95.
The City of Suffolk plans to widen and modernize a 2.3-mile stretch of Route 460 from the Route 58 bypass to Lake Prince Drive, including a redesign of the interchange. The TPOF funds will help with the project’s right-of-way acquisition and utility relocation phase. The total cost of the project is estimated at $86.8 million.
Senator Emily Jordan praised the allocation, calling it a smart investment that will benefit Suffolk’s infrastructure. “This investment supports the Port of Virginia and provides infrastructure that will benefit Suffolk and its residents, as well as the surrounding region,” she said.
Delegate Nadarius Clark also expressed support, highlighting the benefits of enhanced road safety and business attraction. “This investment will enhance road safety, reduce congestion, and improve commutes for our residents. It will also attract businesses, stimulate growth, and create jobs, benefiting the entire Suffolk community,” he said.
Mayor Mike Duman emphasized the opportunity to address future traffic concerns proactively. “This funding allows Suffolk to move ahead with Route 460 corridor improvements that will accommodate the economic growth from the Port of Virginia and the Port 460 Project,” Duman said, thanking the various partners involved in the project.
The Code of Virginia allows the Governor to direct TPOF funds to the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) for projects that support major economic development or enhance transportation programs. Governor Youngkin approved this recommendation in June 2024, and the CTB took action on it in July.