Project Area

Map showing study area for proposed signal improvements in Apex, NC

Project Overview

NCDOT proposes townwide signal system improvements in Apex. These upgrades are designed to improve the safety, efficiency, and operational flexibility of the traffic signals in Apex and the surrounding areas. Improvements will include:

  • New traffic signal controllers
  • An updated traffic communications system with new fiber optic cables
  • Seven new Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras and two new Dynamic Message Signs
  • Replacement of older style traffic signal heads with newer flashing yellow arrow heads
  • Leading Pedestrian Interval installations, which provide exclusive time for pedestrians to enter the intersection before vehicles, making pedestrians more visible to turning drivers

 Improvements are proposed over approximately thirty-two miles of roadway, including N.C. 55, N.C. 540, U.S. 64, U.S. 1, and various other local roads in the general vicinity surrounding downtown Apex. 

Project Funding

This project is listed as Project No. U-6117 in NCDOT's State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and is funded for $8.86 Million. 

 

 

Estimated Costs*

Utility Relocation 

$0.36 Million

Construction Costs

$8.5 Million

Total 

$8.86 Million

* Estimated costs are subject to change.

Project Timeline

 

 

 

 

Milestone

Date*

Environmental Review Document Completed

October 2026

Award for Construction

October 2027

*Dates are subject to change.

Project Comments

NCDOT accepts comments throughout all phases of project development.  

All comments will be taken into consideration, and carry equal weight, regardless of submittal method.

The public is encouraged to leave comments using this webpage, email, or phone number:

Email: ApexSignalSystem@publicinput.com

Phone Number:  984-205-6615     enter project code 6368

If you have any comments or questions about the Apex signal system improvements, please enter them here.

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PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION 

Joel Perlin

NCDOT Project Manager

NCDOT Project Management Unit - Division 5 & 8

1501 Mail Service Center

Raleigh, NC 27699

PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION 

Kevin Baumann

Consultant Project Manager

Kimley-Horn

421 Fayetteville Street, Suite 600

Raleigh, NC 27601

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Page last updated: June 12, 2026

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