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West Virginia Turnpike officials gearing up for busy Memorial Day weekend travels

CHARLESTON, W.Va. –West Virginia Turnpike officials say they expect to see 349,000 transactions on the Turnpike this Memorial Day weekend.

According to a release from Turnpike officials, they predict that Friday will be the most heavily traveled day, with transactions expected to be around 146,000.

They said Monday, Memorial Day, is expected to have around 108,000 transactions.

Only 101,000 transactions are expected Saturday and about 84,000 is expected Sunday.

The release said they are ensuring that there is enough staff at Turnpike toll booths in anticipation of heavier than usual travel.





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