Facility Overview
Situated along the busy Route 419 corridor in Roanoke County, the Orange Market (Citgo) #259 parking facility provides accessible open-air surface parking for patrons and travelers in the Roanoke and Salem metropolitan areas. The lot features designated perpendicular customer spaces located directly in front of the convenience store building, alongside wide circulation aprons surrounding the multi-pump fueling island. Because this is an open-air surface facility without overhead clearance barriers or parking decks, it effortlessly accommodates standard passenger cars, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, commercial work vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks or cargo carriers.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
The facility serves as a vital neighborhood hub and traveler stop at 1240 N Electric Road, strategically positioned between Interstate 81 and the City of Salem. Within a short 5- to 10-minute drive, visitors can reach key regional destinations including:
- Roanoke College: Located approximately 2.5 miles south in downtown Salem, ideal for college visitors and sports fans attending Maroon athletic games.
- Salem Civic Center & Salem Memorial Ballpark: Around 3 miles away, hosting major concerts, agricultural expos, and Salem Red Sox minor league baseball games.
- Lakeside Plaza & West Main Shopping: Plentiful local retail, dining, and grocery destinations within a 5-minute drive along West Main Street and Electric Road.
- Appalachian Trail & Carvins Cove Natural Reserve: Popular outdoor trailheads and mountain biking networks located just a short drive north into the Catawba Valley.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are straightforward via multiple curb cuts along North Electric Road (Virginia State Route 419), which offers high visibility and dedicated turn lanes to manage peak traffic. Drivers benefit from quick connectivity to Interstate 81 (Exit 141) less than 2 miles to the north, offering direct routes to Blacksburg, Lexington, and the broader Shenandoah Valley. Regional transit connections in the Roanoke Valley are serviced via Valley Metro routes connecting nearby Salem and Roanoke hubs.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Ample, unhindered ground-level spaces with zero vertical clearance restrictions.
- On-Site Convenience & Fuel: Full-service Citgo fuel pumps (including diesel), air pumps, and a modern Orange Market convenience store stocked with fresh food, coffee, cold beverages, and travel essentials.
- Well-Lit Lot: High-output canopy lighting and parking area illumination for safe nighttime fueling and visits.
- Accessibility: Level ADA-compliant parking spaces with curb ramps directly adjacent to the front retail entrance.
- Payment Methods: Contactless pay-at-the-pump card readers, standard credit/debit cards, and cash accepted in-store.
Ideal For
- Commuters & Road Trippers: Drivers traveling along I-81 or Route 419 looking for quick staging, grab-and-go refreshments, and refueling.
- Local Shoppers: Residents running quick neighborhood errands along North Electric Road.
- Tradespeople & Work Crews: Contractors driving larger work trucks and utility vans seeking easy maneuvering and fuel stops.
Visitor & Driver Tips
While parking is complimentary for customers patronizing the store and fueling islands, spaces are intended for short-term customer visits rather than overnight or multi-day storage. Keep the fuel pump lanes clear if you plan to spend more than a few minutes inside browsing the store by parking in the dedicated spaces directly fronting the building. During morning and evening rush hours on Route 419, take care when pulling out onto Electric Road by utilizing the center turn lane when navigating left turns.
