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The intersection of U.S. 21 and Brawley School Road will close for six months starting September 15, impacting traffic on West Wilson Avenue. The project is part of a larger initiative to widen Brawley School Road and improve the intersection, despite concerns from local residents over traffic flow during the closure. The NCDOT plans to install message boards to guide commuters through detours. As construction progresses, efforts will be made to minimize disruptions for the community, with an emphasis on enhancing pedestrian safety and accessibility.
Mooresville – The intersection of U.S. 21, Brawley School Road, and West Wilson Avenue will undergo a significant closure for a six-month period starting approximately on September 15. This decision was announced during a Town Board meeting held on September 2 by Mooresville assistant town manager Ryan Rase. The closure will specifically affect traffic flow on Wilson Avenue, between Country Club Drive and U.S. 21.
In preparation for the closure, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) plans to install roadside message boards beginning September 8. These boards will provide vital information regarding detours and alternative routes for daily commuters in the area.
This intersection closure is part of a broader $51 million project aimed at widening Brawley School Road from Interstate 77 exit 35 to U.S. 21. As part of the project, significant improvements will also be made to the intersection at U.S. 21 and Brawley School Road/West Wilson Avenue. This project, which kicked off construction in June 2024, is slated for completion within three years, with Rase indicating that progress is currently at approximately 50% completion.
Despite the project’s intended benefits, local residents have begun expressing concerns regarding the impact of the upcoming closure. Mooresville resident Richard Beck is among those who have criticized the decision, suggesting that at least one lane should remain open to accommodate the steady flow of traffic during the six-month closure. Beck also addressed worries about the cumulative effect of other roadwork occurring in the vicinity, particularly regarding N.C. 150. This has raised questions about accessibility and commuting ease for residents in Mooresville and surrounding areas.
As the project unfolds, NCDOT representatives have assured the community that further communications regarding the closure and its implications will be shared after consultations with Lane Construction Corp., the project’s contractor. This ongoing dialogue aims to address community concerns, ensuring that the construction process mitigates inconvenience for daily users of these roadways.
The overarching goals of this project are to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility, contributing positively to community mobility and quality of life. The NCDOT emphasizes this commitment on their project information page, outlining their focus on delivering a safer and more efficient transport network that can handle the area’s growing traffic demands.
As September 15 approaches, residents are encouraged to stay informed about the developments around this significant intersection closure and the related road works. The NCDOT’s roadside message boards will play a crucial role in conveying necessary information and helping drivers navigate the changes safely and efficiently.
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- Charlotte Observer
- WCCB Charlotte
- WCNC
- Wikipedia: Mooresville, North Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: North Carolina
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