Visit our website Comments and Questions board and let us know how we can improcve the site. The purpose of this website is to provide an insight into the activities of the Authority and to serve as a reference source for those interested in the status of the numerous projects associated with the development of a modern highway system for the north western regions of West Virginia. Since its creation, by legislative action in July 1998, the Authority has focused its efforts on the promotion of improving WV Route 2 into a four-lane highway from Chester to Parkersburg and to the extension of Interstate 68 from Morgantown to Moundsville. The Authority is composed of two representatives appointed by the Commissioners of each of the 10 counties. Included are Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, Tyler, Pleasants, Wood, Monongalia, and Marion Counties.
Members serve as volunteers without payment for their services.
Development of a modern highway system is a complex process involving numerous stages. By their very nature these activities involve and interface many interest groups and individuals throughout the region. The mission of the Authority is to work closely with all those interested and involved to promote the development of these two projects in a manner most beneficial to the region and the state. The Authority works closely with the Division of Highways in establishing priorities, promoting funding, and securing community and public input. They interface with the elected officials, at federal, state and county levels to promote the continuation of the projects.