C-5613J - N.C. 115 and Hickory Street - Cornelius
C-5613J - N.C. 115 and Hickory Street - Cornelius
Proposed improvements to the intersection of N.C. 115 and Hickory Street in Mecklenburg County
Vicinity Map:
Project Overview
The N.C. Department of Transportation is proposing to make minor improvements to the intersection of N.C. 115 (South Main Street) and Hickory Street near Cornelius. The existing 4-way intersection has no left turn lanes or traffic signal. Due to traffic congestion at the intersection NCDOT is proposing to install a traffic signal and turn lanes. The purpose of this project is to alleviate congestion and improve safety in this area of Mecklenburg in County.
Public Input
Information will be provided to the public in a virtual format.The public is encouraged to provide comments or share their thoughts regarding the project.
The comment period for this portion of project development closed on May 2, 2022.
The Town of Cornelius hosted a public meeting
Monday, April 25, 2022, 5pm-7pm
Cornelius Town Hall, Room 204
Project Map:
Map of intersection at N.C. 115 and Hickory Street in Cornelius
A video explaining how to read a public hearing or meeting map can be viewed here. The video contains information on colors used and symbology.
Project Funding:
Activity | Estimated Amount* |
ROW / Utilitiy Costs | $ 523,000 |
Construction Cost | $ 2,130,000 |
Total Cost | $ 2,653,000 |
*Estimated costs are subject to change.
Project Timeline:
Milestone | Date* |
Public comment | Feb. 2022 |
Right of Way Acquisition Begins | April 2022 |
Construction Begins | October 2026 |
*Future dates are subject to change.
Comments:
NCDOT accepts comments throughout all planning, design and construction phases of the project development.
All comments will be taken into consideration, and carry equal weight, regardless of submittal method.
Comments for consideration during the current phase of project development were submitted by May 2, 2022.
Are there questions or comments you would like to provide the project team regarding the project?
Project Contact Information:
Randy Bowers
NCDOT Highway Division 10
Project Manager
716 W. Main Street
Albermarle, NC 28001
(855) 925-2801 Code 6632
Project Consultant Information:
Jeremy Potter
CTL Engineering
Project Manager
3362 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(855) 925-2801 Code 6632
Project Email Address: NC115-HickorySt-Cornelius@Publicinput.com
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
Page Last Updated: June 16, 2026
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