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I-85 Widening Rowan Country, North Carolina

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I-85 WIDENING ROWAN COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, USA

The I-85 expansion project in Rowan County represents a significant infrastructural intervention aimed at improving the traffic flow and safety of one of North Carolina's main transportation arteries. The initiative was launched in response to increasing traffic congestion and the need for more efficient and safer transportation.

This expansion was designed to significantly improve traffic capacity and reduce travel times, while simultaneously enhancing road safety. In addition to widening the roadway, the project included the reconstruction of several interchanges, the replacement of obsolete bridges, and the implementation of new technologies for traffic management.

The realization of the project required careful planning and coordination, involving civil engineers, architects, specialized workers, and various technicians. The use of high-quality materials and advanced construction techniques ensured the durability and efficiency of the new infrastructure.

The I-85 expansion was conceived to serve a wide range of users, including local motorists, commercial transporters, and long-distance travelers. The increased road capacity and infrastructural improvements will contribute to the economic development of the region by facilitating commerce and access to industrial and residential areas.

The I-85 expansion in Rowan County represents a crucial investment for the future of the region, significantly improving mobility, safety, and the well-being of its citizens.

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THE WORK AND THE TECHNIQUE

Construction period: 2019 - on going
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BRIDGES TOTAL FEATURING PRESTRESSED CONCRETE GIRDERS

1

BRIDGE REPLACEMENT OVER NC 152 OVER US 29

1

BRIDGE REPLACING THE EXISTING ON US 29 OVER NORFOLK SOUTHERN RAILWAY

38,000

LF OF NEW STORM DRAINAGE

114,000

TN OF ASPHALT PAVEMENT

500,000

SY OF CONCRETE PAVEMENT

ROUNDABOUTS REPLACING EXISTING NC 152 / US 29 / US 601 CONNECTOR INTERCHANGE

TEMPORARY MEDIAN ACCESS RAMP FROM THE EXISTING US 29 / US 601 FLYOVER BRIDGE

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North Carolina Department of Transportation

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