HN-0019 U.S. 64/U.S. 74A & N. Washington Street Intersection Improvements in Rutherfordton
HN-0019 U.S. 64/U.S. 74A & N. Washington Street Intersection Improvements in Rutherfordton
The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes to to make improvements to the U.S. 64 (West Mountain Street) and North Washington Street intersection in Rutherfordton.
Interactive Project Study Area Map
Project Overview
The N.C. Department of Transportation is proposing improvements to the U.S. 64 (West Mountain Street) and North Washington Street intersection in Rutherfordton. This includes the conversion of the intersection to a single-lane roundabout. The purpose of the project is to improve the operation and mobility of the existing five-point intersection, improving traffic flow and safety for the area.
Project Highlights
The project, located in Rutherfordton, involves converting the intersection of U.S. 64 (West Mountain Street) and North Washington Street to a single-lane roundabout. Access to Hickory Street will be removed from the U.S. 64 (West Mountain Street) and North Washington Street intersection. Access to Hickory Street will continue from North Washington Street and a turnaround bulb will be constructed.
Project Maps
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Typical Sections
Project Funding:
Activity | Estimated Costs* |
Right of Way Acquisition | $ 3.3 Million |
Utilities | $ 300,000 |
Construction | $ 2.9 Million |
Total Cost | $ 6.5 Million |
*Costs shown are estimates and are subject to change.
Based on currently adopted NCDOT State Transportation Improvement Program.
Project Timeline:
Activity | Anticipated Date* |
Public Meeting | June 2025 |
Right of Way Acquisition | Spring 2026 |
Construction Begins | Summer 2027 |
*Future dates 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.
To submit comments for consideration during the current phase of project development,
please submit before July 16, 2025.
The public is encouraged to leave comments using this webpage, email, or phone number:
Email: US64-US74-Improvements@publicinput.com
Phone Number: 984-205-6615 enter project code 11465 to leave a message
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Hannah Smith
Project Engineer
NCDOT Division 13
55 Orange Street
Asheville, NC 28801
PROJECT CONTACT INFORMATION
Erskine Brooks
Consultant Project Manager
HDR
555 Fayetteville Street, Suite 900
Raleigh, NC 27601
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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