NCDOT looking for input on Raleigh Road Parkway improvements in Wilson

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North Carolina Construction News staff writer

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is hosting an open house regarding a feasibility study aimed at improving access and traffic safety on Raleigh Road Parkway in Wilson. The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Jan. 23 at Raleigh Road Baptist Church, 4150 Raleigh Road Pkwy W.

Participants will be able to review conceptual design maps, ask questions, and provide feedback on proposed improvements for a 2.6-mile section of Raleigh Road Parkway (U.S. 264 Alternate), which spans from the Interstate 95 interchange to Airport Boulevard Northwest. The study is focused on enhancing traffic flow and reducing the risk of serious accidents.

NCDOT is proposing to close some median openings and introduce reduced conflict intersections (RCIs) along the corridor. RCIs are designed to improve traffic safety by redirecting minor-traffic movements to right turns only, minimizing the chances of head-on and T-bone crashes. These measures are expected to enhance traffic flow, improve safety, and help drivers reach their destinations more efficiently.

Although the proposed improvements are not currently funded in the NCDOT’s 10-year capital plan, the department is gathering public input to assess community support and refine the design before any potential funding decisions are made.

Comments can be submitted via the project website, by phone at 984-205-6615 (project code 10949), or by email at Ra**************************@pu*********.com. The comment period will remain open through Feb. 28.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities who wish to attend the meeting. Those requiring special accommodations are asked to contact Alecia Hardy at the Environmental Analysis Unit at 919-707-6072 or ex*********@nc***.gov as soon as possible to ensure necessary arrangements are made.

For more information about the project and to submit comments, visit the project website.

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