U-5876: Widening of U.S. 70 (Arendell Street)
U-5876: Widening of U.S. 70 (Arendell Street)
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.
This project will be reprioritized for funding in the next State Transportation Improvement Program. A schedule for right of way, utilities and/or construction has not been finalized at this time. However, preliminary engineering activities (design, planning, studies) needed for project development are underway.
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.
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 are subject to change
Milestone | Date* |
Public Meeting (Present Preliminary Design Alternatives) | TBD |
Environmental Document (Categorical Exclusion) | TBD |
Right of Way Acquisition Begins | TBD |
Division Let (Contract Award) | TBD |
* 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 once preliminary designs are prepared.
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
Allison McAuliffe, PE |
Project Engineer |
NCDOT Highway Division 2 |
P.O. Box 1587 |
Greenville, NC 27835 |
984-302-3434 |
Title VI Feedback
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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
Is there a question or comment you would like to submit to the project team?
Last Updated- April 29 2026
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