I-40 Set to Reopen on March 1 in Pigeon River Gorge - N.C.
1 day ago · “Reopening these lanes will help reconnect North Carolina and Tennessee and allow us to welcome back visitors to bolster the economy.” NCDOT and its contract partners will spend the next few weeks completing the stabilization of the westbound lanes of the interstate, installing 40 mph speed limit signs and a 9-inch curb to separate the two ...
Interstate 40 in North Carolina - Wikipedia
In North Carolina, I-40 travels 420.21 miles (676.26 km) across the entirety of the state from the Tennessee state line along the Pigeon River Gorge to U.S. Highway 117 (US 117) and North Carolina Highway 132 (NC 132) in Wilmington.
Governor Josh Stein Gives Update on I-40 and U.S. DOT Secretary …
1 day ago · Governor Josh Stein released the following statement regarding an update on I-40 and U.S. DOT Secretary Duffy’s visit to western North Carolina: “Today, I am pleased to announce that we will reopen two lanes of I-40 by March 1. I am proud of NCDOT’s focus on this challenge and the roadworkers who have worked tirelessly to reopen roads and keep people …
I-40 section damaged by Helene will reopen in early March, NC …
1 day ago · HARMON DEN - Gov. Josh Stein has announced a vital pathway between North Carolina and Tennessee, the portion of Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge that was destroyed by Tropical Storm Helene ...
Stretch of North Carolina interstate that collapsed during Helene …
1 day ago · WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A section of Interstate 40 in western North Carolina that collapsed during Hurricane Helene’s historic flooding will reopen to traffic on March 1, Gov. Josh Stein announced on Monday while visiting the roadway’s shuttered portion and meeting with U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.. The primary road connection between North Carolina …
I-40's planned reopening near NC/Tenn. border in 2025 will be …
Dec 20, 2024 · Post-Helene, transportation leaders estimated NCDOT would be able to reopen one lane in each direction on Interstate 40 in early 2025 but recently a chunk of asphalt fell away unexpectedly and the road repairs will be delayed.
I-40 North Carolina Traffic Road Conditions - Roadnow
3 days ago · I-40 North Carolina real time traffic, road conditions, North Carolina constructions, current driving time, current average speed and North Carolina accident reports. Traffic Jam/Road closed/Detour helper.
New damage delays I-40 reopening in North Carolina closed by …
Dec 21, 2024 · WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (AP) — The reopening of a section of Interstate 40 in western North Carolina that collapsed during Hurricane Helene’s historic flooding has been delayed after more asphalt from eastbound lanes fell this week, the state Department of Transportation said on Friday.
Additional Slide Delays I-40 Reopening - N.C. Department of …
Dec 20, 2024 · JONATHAN CREEK – An additional chunk of asphalt fell away from an eastbound lane of Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge this week, delaying the reopening of the interstate.
North Carolina Traffic & Travel | DriveNC.gov
Official real-time traffic and travel information for North Carolina. We provide details about road closures, accidents, congestion, and work zones. Additional map data includes traffic cameras, North Carolina rest areas, and charging stations for electronic vehicles.