R-4463A: N.C. 43 Connector from U.S. 17 Business (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard) to South of U.S. 70/U.S. 17
R-4463A: N.C. 43 Connector from U.S. 17 Business (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard) to South of U.S. 70/U.S. 17
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
NCDOT is proposing to construct the final phase of STIP Project No. R-4463. This phase includes construction of N.C. 43 between U.S. 17 Business (Doctor M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard) and existing N.C. 43 south of U.S. 70/U.S. 17 in Craven County. N.C. 43 will be constructed as a four-lane divided highway with a grass median.
Interactive Vicinity Map:
* This map for general information only.
The study area is a geographical area in which information on Human and Natural Environmental features are gathered during the preliminary planning process.
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 crashes
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.
COST AND TIMELINE
| Milestone | Estimated Amount* |
Project Development and Design | $ 1 Million |
Property Acquisition | $ 1.275 Million |
Utility Relocation | $ 1.152 Million |
Construction Costs | $ 24.5 Million |
Total Cost | $ 27.927 Million |
Milestone | Date* |
Open House Public Meeting | May 2018 |
Right of Way Acquisition | October 2019 |
Begin Construction | Spring 2025 |
* Future dates and costs 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 held an open house public meeting on May 21, 2018.
Date | Monday, May 21, 2018 |
Location | River Bend Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 5001 U.S. Highway 17 South New Bern |
Time | 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. |
Public Meeting Materials
Public Meeting Access Point Alternative 1 Map
Public Meeting Access Point Alternative 2 Map
Public Meeting Access Point Alternative 3 Map
Access Point Final Design Selected
Following the public meeting, the Department and design team evaluated all comments received from residents, developers and the City of New Bern.
After considering all public comments, a Final Access Alternative was selected. The selected alternative will provide a signalized full movement access to NC 43 at existing Savoy Drive. This alternative is based on the desire of the majority of local residents, the City of New Bern, and vision for future development.
In addition, the center median width was reduced from 46 feet to 30-feet in order to minimize impact to the existing subdivisions.
Map of Final Access Alternative
COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
Comments may be submitted via phone, email or U.S. Mail to either of the individuals listed below or at any meeting.
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Cathy Hossack Meyer, PE
Project Engineer
NCDOT Highway Division 2
P.O. Box 1587
Greenville, NC 27835
cahossackmeyer@ncdot.gov
(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