DUI Checkpoints in West Virginia

CountyCityLocationTime
MercerBluefieldA DUI checkpoint will be conducted along US Route 52, Coal Heritage Road near King Tire Service. Drivers may use WV Route 20, New Hope Road, or Warden Avenue as alternate routes.Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 6 PM to 12 PM
CabellHuntingtonDUI Checkpoint at the intersection of Madison Avenue and 5th Street West in Huntington OR at US Route 60 near the 29th Street exit of I-64September 16, 2025, From 6 PM to 2 AM
WyomingPinevilleThe checkpoint will be set up at the old Board of Education Building in Pineville, WV from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.Friday, September 12, 2025, From 6 PM to 10 PM
WoodWilliamstownDUI Checkpoint on West Virginia 14 near Henrie Lane in the Williamstown area. The checkpoint may be moved to West Virginia 47 near the State Police detachment if the W.Va. 14 location becomes unsafe due to traffic congestion or if other hazardous conditions arise.Friday, September 5, 2025 From 6 PM to 1 AM
HancockWeirtonDUI Checkpoint on Penco RoadSaturday, August 30, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
RandolphCrystal SpringsThe West Virginia State Police will operate a DUI checkpoint on Route 92, targeting the 2500 block of Harrison Avenue in Crystal Springs. This is part of a continued effort to reduce impaired driving incidents.September 3, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
NicholasSummersvilleThe Summersville Police Department will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Broad Street. The alternate location is Webster Road. There will be additional roving DUI patrols.Saturday, August 23, 2025 From 8 PM to 1 AM
GreenbrierWhite Sulphur SpringsDUI Checkpoint will be held in the 3800 block of Midland Trail East. Officers will also be looking for reckless driving, speeding, and seat belt violations. An alternate site has been set up for the intersection of Route 60 and Route 20 in Charmco.Aug 15, 2025 – 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM
RandolphCrystal SpringsHey drivers! 🚘 There’s gonna be a DUI checkpoint set up on Route 92, right around the 2500 block of Harrison Ave in Crystal Springs, WV. So if you’re heading that way, drive smart and stay safe!August 14, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
RandolphCrystal SpringsAuthorities have announced that a DUI checkpoint will be conducted along West Virginia Route 92, near the 2500 block of Harrison Avenue in Crystal Springs, as part of ongoing efforts to prevent impaired driving.July 31, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
RaleighShady SpringA DUI checkpoint will be placed along US Route 19 in Shady Spring, just outside the construction zone to avoid slowing down traffic.Tuesday July 22, 2025, From 6 PM to 12 AM
RaleighBeckleyDUI Checkpoint (Alcohol & Drugs) – U.S. Route 19, approx. 0.1 mile south of WV Route 41 (Johnstown Road), Beckley, WV 25801Friday, July 18, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
RaleighFairdaleA sobriety checkpoint is planned for WV Route 99 in the Fairdale area of Raleigh County. Drivers are encouraged to travel safely and remain alert.Tuesday July 15, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
NicholasSummersvilleSummersville Police Department will hold a DUI sobriety checkpoint on Webster Road. An alternate location will be Broad Street. There will also be roving DUI patrols that night. The goal of the patrol is to deter impaired driving and is funded by the Commission on Drunk Driving Prevention.Friday, July 11, 2025 | From 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM
BerkeleyMartinsburgDUI Checkpoint on on U. S. Route 11, Winchester Avenue, just North of Evans Run Drive.Friday, May 24, 2025 From 6 PM to Midnight
BerkeleyMartinsburgDUI Checkpoint in the 7400 block of U. S. Route 11, Winchester Avenue in the Martinsburg areaFriday, May 24, 2025 From 6 PM to Midnight
BerkeleyFalling WatersDUI Block on U.S. Route 11 North, directly in front of Marlowe Elementary School near the Marlowe-Falling Waters area.Saturday, May 24, 2025 From 8 PM to 2 AM
BerkeleyFalling WatersDUI Block set up at the intersection of Grade Road and Forever Green Drive, near the residential neighborhoods in the northern part of town.Friday, May 23, 2025 From 8 PM to 2 AM
MercerPrincetonDUI Block / DUI Checkpoint at Oakvale Road in the Princeton area of Mercer CountyFriday, May 23, 2025 From 8 PM to 4 AM
RaleighBeckleyDUI Block / DUI Checkpoint at US Route 19 in BeckleyThursday, May 22, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
RaleighGlen DanielDUI checkpoint at the intersection of Route 3 and Route 99 in Glen DanielFriday, May 16, 2025 From 6 PM to 1 AM
FayetteOak HillDUI Block at Rt. 16 (Main Street) in the Oak Hill area of Fayette CountyThursday, May 15, 2025 From 6 PM to 2 AM
NicholasSummersvilleDUI Checkpoint on Webster Road. There will be an alternate location at Broad Street. Roving DUI patrols will support the checkpoint throughout the evening and nighttime hours.Saturday, May 10, 2025 From 9 PM to 3 AM
MercerPrincetonDUI checkpoint will be held on WV Route 104, Oakvale Road in front of the Church of God in the Princeton area of Mercer County. Alternate routes people can use instead include WV Route 20 and U.S. Route 460.Friday, May 9, 2025 From 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
RaleighBradleySobriety Checkpoint on WV Route 16 in Bradley, WVThursday, May 8, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
RaleighBeaver Sobriety Checkpoint and Insurance and Registration documents Checkpoint on on U.S. Route 19 in BeaverThursday, May 8, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
RaleighBeckleyDUI and Driver’s License (DL) Checkpoint at U.S. Route 19, approximately 1 mile south of the intersection with WV Route 41 on Johnstown road in BeckleyWednesday, April 30, 2025 From 6 PM to 12 AM
MonongaliaPursgloveDUI checkpoint on US 19/WV Route 7 near the Pursglove U.S Post Office(576 Blue Horizon Dr, Pursglove, WV 26546).Saturday April 26, 2025, from 6 PM to 12AM
CharlestonCharlestonDUI Checkpoint at at King Street, Huger Street, Calhoun Street and Halsey Boulevard.Friday, April 25, 2025 From 9:00 PM - to Midnight
GreenbrierFairleaSobriety Checkpoint on Route 19 in Fairlea. Police will be actively checking for impaired drivers, underage drinking, and anyone behind the wheel without a valid license.Thursday, April 24, 2025 From 6 PM to Midnight
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BerkeleyMcDowell
BraxtonMercer
BrookeMonongalia
CabellNicholas
CharlestonOhio
FayettePreston
GreenbrierPutnam
HampshireRaleigh
HancockRandolph
HarrisonSummers
JeffersonTyler
KanawhaUpshur
LewisWood
LoganWyoming
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About West Virginia

West Virginia is a largely rural state with mountainous terrain, scenic highways, and small to mid-sized cities such as Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, and Wheeling. Interstates like I-64, I-77, I-79, and US highways such as US 60 and US 119 cut across heavily traveled routes between college towns, coal communities, and regional commercial centers. DUI checkpoints are common, especially on weekends, holidays, and near universities or event venues.

Local and state law enforcement agencies that conduct checkpoints include:

  • West Virginia State Police (WVSP)

  • Charleston Police Department

  • Huntington Police Department

  • Morgantown Police Department

  • Parkersburg Police Department

  • Wheeling Police Department

  • Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office

  • Cabell County Sheriff’s Office

  • Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department

High-Risk DUI Checkpoint Locations in West Virginia

Law enforcement sets up DUI checkpoints in areas with a history of alcohol-related crashes, arrest records, and high weekend or holiday traffic. Below are the most frequent checkpoint zones in West Virginia, including recognized intersections and landmarks.

MacCorkle Avenue – Charleston (Kanawha County)

Checkpoint Area:
MacCorkle Ave SE between 35th St Bridge and South Park Rd
Also near the Patrick Street Bridge and I-64 ramps

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Southridge Shopping Center

  • Kanawha Mall area

  • West Virginia DMV

  • Restaurants and clubs along the Kanawha River

Why it’s targeted:
MacCorkle Ave runs parallel to the river and is a major corridor through Charleston’s south side. It’s a nightlife hotspot and heavily traveled thoroughfare with access to I-64 and downtown.

Agencies: WVSP, Charleston PD, Kanawha County Sheriff

Hal Greer Boulevard – Huntington (Cabell County)

Checkpoint Area:
Hal Greer Blvd between 5th Ave and 10th Ave
Near Marshall University campus and Ritter Park

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Marshall University

  • Cabell Huntington Hospital

  • Ritter Park

  • Numerous college bars and fast food spots

Why it’s targeted:
This zone includes high student traffic, tailgating areas, and late-night fast food traffic near campus. Checkpoints are common during game weekends and campus events.

Agencies: Huntington PD, WVSP, Cabell County Sheriff

High Street – Morgantown (Monongalia County)

Checkpoint Area:
High St between Walnut St and Willey St
Checkpoints also occur on Beechurst Ave and University Ave

Nearby Landmarks:

  • West Virginia University

  • Downtown Morgantown bar district

  • Mountainlair Student Union

  • Morgantown Municipal Parking Garage

Why it’s targeted:
Downtown Morgantown has one of the state’s most active nightlife areas due to WVU. The area is a DUI hotspot, especially after football games and concerts.

Agencies: Morgantown PD, Monongalia County Sheriff, WVSP

7th Street – Parkersburg (Wood County)

Checkpoint Area:
7th St between Division St and Pike St
Checkpoint operations often near Parkersburg High School or Grand Central Mall

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Parkersburg High School

  • City Park

  • Route 50 interchange

  • Several motels and bars

Why it’s targeted:
Parkersburg sees out-of-town traffic on weekends and holidays. 7th Street is a main commercial route with late-night activity from local diners and taverns.

Agencies: Parkersburg PD, WVSP

National Road – Wheeling (Ohio County)

Checkpoint Area:
National Rd (US 40) between Mount DeChantal Rd and Edgewood St
Checkpoints also near I-70 exits and The Highlands

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Wheeling Jesuit University

  • Oglebay Resort

  • The Highlands shopping complex

  • Perkins Restaurant & bar chains

Why it’s targeted:
National Rd passes through central Wheeling and is close to nightlife, shopping, and major freeway access points. It’s a known DUI corridor with a long history of enforcement operations.

Agencies: Wheeling PD, WVSP, Ohio County Sheriff

Corridor G (US 119) – South Charleston / Kanawha County

Checkpoint Area:
Corridor G near Ruthdale and Davis Creek Rd exits
Also active near Trace Fork Shopping Center

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Southridge Center

  • Walmart and Target

  • Hooters and Texas Roadhouse

  • AMC Classic Southridge 12

Why it’s targeted:
Corridor G is a retail and dining corridor that draws traffic from multiple counties. Checkpoints are staged near high-traffic shopping zones and restaurants known for alcohol service.

Agencies: WVSP, Kanawha County Sheriff

WV Route 10 – Barboursville / Huntington outskirts

Checkpoint Area:
WV-10 between Pea Ridge and Salt Rock
Checkpoints near the Huntington Mall and Dilly’s Pub

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Huntington Mall

  • Barboursville Park

  • Big Sandy Superstore Arena (via connector routes)

Why it’s targeted:
The stretch is a common path for partygoers leaving the Barboursville area. Heavy DUI enforcement during weekends and holidays due to nightlife traffic.

Agencies: Cabell County Sheriff, WVSP

WV Route 705 – Morgantown (Monongalia County)

Checkpoint Area:
WV-705 near Chestnut Ridge Rd and Suncrest Towne Centre
Also near Mon General Hospital

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Suncrest Towne Centre

  • Ruby Memorial Hospital

  • Milan Puskar Stadium

  • Late-night cafes and eateries

Why it’s targeted:
This road is a connector to downtown Morgantown, WVU campus, and local hospitals. Its mix of traffic makes it an efficient checkpoint site on weekends.

Agencies: Morgantown PD, WVSP

Emerson Avenue – Vienna / North Parkersburg

Checkpoint Area:
Emerson Ave (SR 68) between Rosemar Rd and Grand Central Ave
Often near Walmart and Vienna Community Building

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Grand Central Mall

  • Vienna Shopping Center

  • Ruby Tuesday and TJ Maxx

Why it’s targeted:
Retail corridors like Emerson Ave are late-night traffic magnets, especially near the border of Parkersburg and Vienna. Checkpoints intercept outbound traffic from entertainment zones.

Agencies: Vienna PD, WVSP, Wood County Sheriff

When Are DUI Checkpoints Conducted in West Virginia?

DUI checkpoints in West Virginia are typically conducted during:

  • Friday and Saturday nights: Between 9:00 PM and 2:00 AM

  • Holiday weekends: Including Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Eve, and New Year’s Eve

  • Special events:

    • WVU and Marshall football game weekends

    • Local fairs, concerts, and riverfront festivals

    • High school graduation weekends

The West Virginia State Police and local agencies publicly announce most checkpoint operations in accordance with state law. These announcements are often shared through news outlets and official law enforcement websites 24–72 hours in advance.