U-5876: Widening of U.S. 70 (Arendell Street)
U-5876: Widening of U.S. 70 (Arendell Street)
Preliminary Engineering Activities for this project
have resumed.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The N.C. Department of Transportation is proposing to widen U.S. 70 (Arendell Street) between 4th Street to Radio Island Road (S.R. 1175). The project includes plans for a 4-lane, two-way travel pattern, replacement of the existing bridge to accommodate the 4-lane cross section and improvements to the intersection of U.S. 70 and Radio Island Road. The purpose of the project is to improve traffic flow along U.S. 70 and replace the bridge carrying U.S. 70 over the Newport River (Intracoastal Waterway). It should be noted that traffic will be maintained on the current location during construction.
Vicinity Map:
Interactive Map of Study Area
Interactive Study Area and Vicinity Map for Informational Purposes Only.
Photos of Project Area
PURPOSE
This project has multiple goals including:
- Alleviate existing and future congestion
- Improve regional mobility
- Improve reliability of the roadway network within the study area
- Upgrade the corridor consistent with local government visions
- Provide connectivity between local community and local destinations
- Reduce congestion-related accidents
- Improve connections to existing and proposed bicycle and pedestrian facilities
As the project progresses and the environmental document is prepared, a more refined project purpose and need statement will be developed.
PLANNING PROCESS
NCDOT's project development/planning process includes evaluation of :
- Traffic
- Cultural resources
- Congestion
- Natural resources
- Human environment
- Community resources
- Roadway options
- Other issues in the project study area
NCDOT is studying potential impacts to people in the communities, the natural environment, and other factors as part of the alternative development process, with the intent to minimize impacts whenever possible.
Part of the project planning process is a Navigation Impact Report – the US Coast Guard requires all interested parties to submit comments. A copy of the Preliminary Public Notice D05PPN-06-2022, which describes the proposal in detail, can be obtained by calling (757) 398-6557 or by viewing at https://www.navcen.uscg.gov/?pageName=pnBridges. Comments on this proposal should be forwarded to the address in the notice no later than August 26th, 2022.
COST AND TIMELINE
Milestone | Estimated Amount* |
Project Development and Design | $ 2,500,000 |
Property Acquisition | $ 13,528,000 |
Utility Relocation | $ 15,000,000 |
Construction Costs | $ 139,207,000 |
Total Cost | $ 170,235,000 |
* Estimated Costs as shown in Current 2018-2027 STIP and are subject to change
Milestone | Date* |
Public Meeting (Present Preliminary Design Alternatives) | Spring 2023 |
Environmental Document (Categorical Exclusion) | Summer 2024 |
Right of Way Acquisition Begins | Summer 2025 |
Division Let (Contract Award) | Summer 2027 |
* Future Dates are subject to change
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
The NCDOT project team will review all feedback – regardless of how it is submitted (online, phone, email, or letter) – and explore options to incorporate and address concerns where and when feasible. NCDOT will continue to develop the project and present progress throughout the planning stage.
PUBLIC MEETING
NCDOT will hold an open house public meeting in the Spring of 2023.
Date | TBD |
Location | TBD |
Begin Time | 4:00 P.M. |
End Time | 7:00 P.M. |
Public Meeting Maps
As mapping becomes available it will be posted here.
COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
Comments may be submitted via phone, email, or U.S. Mail to the individual listed below or at any meeting.
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Cathrine Hossack Meyer PE |
Project Engineer |
NCDOT Highway Division 2 |
P.O. Box 1587 |
Greenville, NC 27835 |
252-439-2806 |
RESOURCES FOR PROPERTY OWNERS
Although the N.C. Department of Transportation works to minimize the number of homes and businesses displaced by a road project, it is inevitable, in many cases, that a certain amount of private property is needed. The following information explains right of way acquisition and answers questions about the process.
Right-of-Way Brochure Single Page Layout Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions
Right of way Acquisition Process Videos