Wednesday, January 22, 2025
NCTA will implement a full closure of all eastbound lanes between exit 54 at the N.C. 55 Bypass interchange and exit 50 at the Holly Springs Road interchange on the Triangle Expressway on Friday, January 24, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. the next morning.
Monday, December 30, 2024
The annual toll rate increase for the Triangle Expressway and Monroe Expressway will take effect Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
Friday, December 06, 2024
January 1, 2025, the annual toll rate increase will include an additional rate increase for customers without a NC Quick Pass account. As a result, customers with an account will now save 50% on all North Carolina tolls.
Tuesday, December 03, 2024
NC Quick Pass Sticker transponders are now available for purchase at select 7-Eleven locations and on Amazon so customers can get a transponder on the go .
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
In the first 60 days since opening the Complete 540 Phase 1 extension of the Triangle Expressway (Toll N.C. 540), North Carolina drivers have benefitted from significant time savings as the Triangle Expressway experiences a surge in usage.
Friday, November 22, 2024
Last month, the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association (IBTTA) at its Annual Meeting in Cleveland, Ohio, presented its 2024 Toll Excellence Award for Technology to the North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA).
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The exit ramp from Toll N.C. 540 West to Old Stage Road (exit 43) is scheduled to open to traffic on Friday, November 22 at 12:00 p.m. noon.
Monday, October 28, 2024
Customers should be on the lookout for invoices, which are mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle. While the invoice may only be a few dollars, state-mandated late fees will be assessed for bills not paid by the due date.
Thursday, October 17, 2024
On or around October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the end of River Falls Drive south of Restonwood Drive is scheduled to close to through traffic.
Friday, October 11, 2024
Beginning on or around Friday, October 11 at 9:00 p.m. through 5:00 a.m. Saturday, October 12, East Williams Street between Felder Avenue and Eddie Creek Drive is scheduled to temporarily close to through traffic for bridge work.
Friday, October 04, 2024
The following key construction impacts have been outlined to assist in planning and navigating through upcoming closures.
Friday, September 27, 2024
The following key construction impacts have been outlined to assist in planning and navigating through upcoming closures.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
On September 24 at 10:00 a.m., the N.C. Turnpike Authority (NCTA) and the N.C. Department of Transportation officially cut the ribbon on Complete 540 Phase 1, an 18-mile extension of the Triangle Expressway.
Monday, September 23, 2024
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) is scheduled to open Complete 540 Phase 1, an extension of the Triangle Expressway, to traffic on September 25 at 6:00 a.m.
Friday, September 13, 2024
The following key construction impacts have been outlined to assist in planning and navigating through upcoming closures.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
The following key construction impacts have been outlined to assist in planning and navigating through upcoming closures.
Friday, September 06, 2024
The following key construction impacts have been outlined to assist in planning and navigating through upcoming closures.
Tuesday, September 03, 2024
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of Complete 540 Phase 1, an extension of the Triangle Expressway.
Tuesday, September 03, 2024
The following key construction impacts have been outlined to assist in planning for upcoming closures.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) hosted a mock incident event with 13 partner agencies on August 20, 2024.
Thursday, August 01, 2024
Beginning on or around 5:00 a.m. Saturday, August 3 through 9:00 p.m. Sunday, August 4, West Lake Road between Jamison Park Drive and Langston Circle is scheduled to temporarily close to through traffic for asphalt paving operations.
Thursday, July 25, 2024
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority was alerted that a text message-based scam, also known as smishing, is fraudulently claiming to represent tolling agencies from across the country.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Due to inclement conditions, the previously announced U.S. 401 and Donny Brook Road closures have been rescheduled to begin on or around July 26 at 9:00 p.m. through July 28 at 5:00 a.m. and July 28 at 5:00 a.m. through July 29 at 5:00 a.m.
Monday, July 22, 2024
People are invited to participate in the 2024 N.C. Department of Transportation Mobi Awards by voting for their favorite multimodal transportation project.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
NC Quick Pass has made a number of changes to meet the needs of customers. A new NC Only account is now available for customers to save 35% on tolls without the need of a transponder.
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Beginning on or around July 12 at 9:00 p.m. through July 14 at 5:00 a.m., U.S. 401 between Donny Brook Road and W. Allen Street is scheduled to temporarily close to all traffic.
Wednesday, July 03, 2024
Beginning on or around Monday, July 8 through Tuesday, July 9, West Lake Road between Jamison Park Drive and Langston Circle is scheduled to temporarily close to through traffic nightly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning.
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Beginning on or around June 30 through July 1, the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass between Old Smithfield Road and East Williams Street will close each night from 9:00 p.m. through 5:00 a.m. the following morning.
Monday, June 24, 2024
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) hosted 540 Fest, an event celebrating the extension of the Triangle Expressway (Complete 540 Phases 1 and 2), on the morning of June 22.
Friday, June 21, 2024
On June 20, 2024, S&P Global Ratings announced it raised the North Carolina Turnpike Authority's (NCTA) long-term rating to 'A-' from 'BBB+' on the Monroe Expressway.
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
The loop on-ramp from the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West is scheduled to temporarily close to traffic overnight on or around the nights of June 20 through June 25.
Monday, June 17, 2024
The N.C. Department of Transportation is identifying projects for its next long-range capital plan and wants citizens to participate in the process.
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The on-ramp from the southbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West is scheduled to temporarily close to traffic overnight on or around the nights of June 13 through June 16.
Friday, May 31, 2024
Beginning on or around Friday May 31 at 9:00 p.m. through Monday June 3 at 5:00 a.m., Holly Springs Road between Sunset Lake Road and Pierce Olive Road is scheduled to temporarily close to through traffic.
Monday, May 20, 2024
Representatives from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, North Carolina Turnpike Authority and surrounding communities gathered Thursday afternoon to break ground on Phase 2 of the Complete 540 Project.
Thursday, May 02, 2024
Due to inclement conditions, the previously announced East Williams Street closures have been rescheduled to begin on or around May 10 at 7:00 p.m. through May 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Beginning on or around April 26 at 7:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m., East Williams Street between N.C. 55 Bypass and Old Smithfield Road will experience temporary intermittent lane closures.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Customers can now pay an invoice or manage their NC Quick Pass accounts at participating locations
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
The loop on-ramp from the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West is scheduled to temporarily close to traffic overnight on or around the nights of April 18 through May 10.
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Since launching the new website, 110,000 new accounts have been created and 290,000 transponders have been sold.
Friday, April 05, 2024
The on-ramp from the southbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West is scheduled to temporarily close to traffic overnight for approximately two nights on or around April 8 through April 9 from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. the following morning.
Friday, March 22, 2024
Beginning on or around April 5 at 9:00 p.m. through April 8 at 5:00 a.m., U.S. 401 between Donny Brook Road and Ten Ten Road is scheduled to temporarily close to through traffic.
Thursday, March 21, 2024
The northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass are scheduled to temporarily close to traffic overnight on or around the nights of March 25 through March 27.
Thursday, March 14, 2024
East Garner Road will experience temporary overnight lane closures to allow standard geotechnical testing on the project.
Friday, March 08, 2024
Beginning on or around March 16 at 5:00 a.m. through March 17 at 5:00 a.m., U.S. 401 where it connects with Donny Brook Road will experience temporary intermittent single lane closures.
Wednesday, March 06, 2024
A portion of U.S. 70 Business will experience temporary overnight intermittent lane closures so that project contractors can perform geotechnical investigations.
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The loop from the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West will experience a temporary overnight closure from Friday, February 23 at midnight until the following Saturday morning, February 24 at 5:00 a.m.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
NC Quick Pass customers can now travel in 19 states with their free NC Quick Pass Sticker transponder.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
The northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass are scheduled to temporarily close to traffic overnight on or around the nights of February 18 through February 22.
Thursday, February 01, 2024
The ramp from the southbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West is scheduled to temporarily close to traffic on February 4 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday, January 29, 2024
The loop from the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West will experience temporary overnight closures from on or around January 31 through February 4.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Beginning on or around January 18 at midnight, the loop from the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass to Toll N.C. 540 West will be temporarily closed to traffic.
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
A portion of White Oak Road will experience temporary overnight intermittent lane closures.
Friday, December 29, 2023
The annual toll rate increase for the Triangle Expressway and Monroe Expressway will take effect Monday, January 1, 2024.
Thursday, December 14, 2023
On or around Dec. 16, project contractors are scheduled to shift traffic off the temporary Exit 54A ramp connection at the southern end of the Triangle Expressway (Toll N.C. 540).
Monday, December 04, 2023
Fitch Ratings announced it is raising the North Carolina Turnpike Authority’s (NCTA) long-term rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’ on the Triangle Expressway senior toll revenue bonds.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Project contractors have scheduled temporary overnight closures of the northbound lanes of the N.C. 55 Bypass while contractors install pipes crossing under N.C. 55 Bypass.
Monday, November 27, 2023
The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and N.C. Turnpike Authority (NCTA) have awarded and signed the final contract for the second phase of the Complete 540 Project, which will complete the 540 loop around the greater Raleigh area.
Monday, November 13, 2023
On November 27, 2018, The Monroe Expressway opened to provide travelers a congestion-free option when traveling through and in Union County. In the past 12 months from, more than 7.6 million vehicles drove the Monroe Expressway.
Wednesday, November 08, 2023
On or around November 14, Donny Brook Road east of Juaquin Lane and west of Reigate Lane is scheduled to reopen to traffic.
Monday, October 30, 2023
On October 25, 2023, Moody’s Investor Service Inc. announced it is raising the North Carolina Turnpike Authority’s (NCTA) long-term rating to “Baa2” from “Baa3” on the Monroe Expressway.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
On or around October 21, the bridge on Holly Springs Road over the future extension of the Triangle Expressway is scheduled to open to traffic.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Today, with NC Quick Pass’ continued focus on providing outstanding customer service, NC Quick Pass is happy to announce the number of employees has nearly doubled from 37 to 80 customer service representatives and supervisors.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and N.C. Turnpike Authority (NCTA) have awarded and signed the first of two contracts for the second phase of the Complete 540 Project in southern Wake County.
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
On or around August 21, Donny Brook Road will temporarily close to through traffic east of Juaquin Lane and west of Reigate Lane.
Monday, August 14, 2023
On or around August 17, Deer Meadow Drive between Deerborn Drive and Buckwood Drive is scheduled to reopen to traffic.
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
NCDOT contractors are implementing intersection improvements at the intersection of Ten Ten Road and Old Stage Road, including the creation of a dedicated right turn lane and a traffic signal upgrade.
Monday, July 24, 2023
Weather permitting, I-40 East is set to close at U.S. 70 East (Exit 309) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
N.C. Department of Transportation crews plan to close sections of Interstate 40 overnight this week and U.S. 70 for part of the weekend to continue work on the Complete 540 project.
Thursday, July 06, 2023
East Williams Street between N.C. 55 and Old Smithfield Road is scheduled to temporarily close to through traffic overnight for four nights.
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
NC Quick Pass is excited to announce a new app available for download.
Tuesday, June 06, 2023
On June 2, 2023, S&P Global Ratings announced it is raising the North Carolina Turnpike Authority’s (NCTA) long-term rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’ on the Monroe Expressway.
Monday, June 05, 2023
On June 2, Sauls Road between Community Garden Road and Pondsedge Trail reopened to through traffic where Sauls Road will cross the future Toll N.C. 540.
Thursday, May 18, 2023
J.J. Eden inducted into the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation’s “Transportation Development Hall of Fame” for his innovation as co-founder of E-ZPass.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The N.C. Turnpike Authority is in the process of updating signage along the Triangle Expressway.
Wednesday, May 03, 2023
On or around May 5, Pierce Olive Road between Bamburgh Lane and Olive Tree Lane is scheduled to reopen to traffic. Detour signs and barricades will be removed, and motorists will once again have full access to the road.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
On or around May 1, Sauls Road between Community Garden Road and Pondsedge Trail is scheduled to close to through traffic for approximately five weeks where Sauls Road will cross the future Toll N.C. 540.
Thursday, January 26, 2023
NC Quick Pass is excited to launch a new website and system. Beginning February 17 at 5:00 p.m. through February 24, ncquickpass.com and myncquickpass.com will be unavailable, as we transition to the new system.
Friday, January 20, 2023
The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now the department's weekly newscast.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Contractors for the project have scheduled temporary overnight road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass between Old Smithfield Road and East Williams Street while contractors perform bridge work. The temporary road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass are weather dependent.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
On January 17, the newly relocated Rolling Farm Drive off Old Stage Road south of Ten Ten Road opened to traffic.
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
The annual increase of the toll rates for the Triangle Expressway and the Monroe Expressway, will take effect Sunday, January 1, 2023.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
NC Quick Pass is pleased to announce that a new website and system are coming February 2023. This new website and system will substantially modernize our customer service and the customer experience.
Thursday, November 03, 2022
Contractors have constructed a pedestrian and bicycle path/culvert off River Falls Drive and Mystic Pine Place where the project crosses the existing neighborhood trail.
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
State transportation officials have opened a second call center to improve customer service for people who use the NC Quick Pass program to pay for tolls.
Monday, September 26, 2022
On September 23, Holland Church Road reopened to traffic where it crosses Toll N.C. 540. Detour signs and barricades have been removed, and drivers once again have access to the road.
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
On or around August 5 the newly constructed Lassiter Road and Wooded Acres Street connections off Holly Springs Road near Sunset Lake Road are scheduled to open to traffic.
Thursday, July 21, 2022
On or around July 25, Pierce Olive Road between Bamburgh Lane and Olive Tree Lane is scheduled to close for approximately eight months where Pierce Olive Road will cross the future Toll N.C. 540.
Friday, July 15, 2022
On or around July 21, contractors for the project have scheduled a temporary traffic shift on Bells Lake Road for Toll N.C. 540 construction. Bells Lake Road traffic will shift to an on-site temporary detour that is scheduled for approximately 12 months.
Friday, July 01, 2022
On or around July 6 the Deerborn Drive extension will open to traffic. Additionally, on or around July 11 Deer Meadow Drive is scheduled to close for approximately one year.
Friday, July 01, 2022
As holiday travel picks up, the North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) is highlighting the safety benefits on the Triangle Expressway and Monroe Expressway while reminding drivers to practice safe driving habits.
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
A draft of the state's next long-range transportation improvements plan (STIP) is now available for public review.
Wednesday, May 04, 2022
The westbound entrance to the Monroe Expressway is scheduled for an overnight twelve-hour closure.
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
On Friday, April 29 at 10 P.M. through Monday, May 2 at 5 A.M. contractors have scheduled a temporary road closure on Holly Springs Road south and on Kildaire Farm Road between Arthur Pierce Road and Holly Springs Road.
Thursday, April 07, 2022
On Tuesday, April 12 and Thursday, April 14 contractors for the project have scheduled a temporary road closure on existing Old McCullers Road from 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. south of Ten Ten Road and north of where Old McCullers Road turns at Advantage Way
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Throughout the state, unauthorized payment vendors have been targeting NC Quick Pass customers, promising easier bill payments to drivers that do not have a pre-paid NC Quick Pass transponder.
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
The annual increase of the toll rates for the Triangle Expressway and the Monroe Expressway, will take effect Saturday, January 1, 2022.
Monday, December 06, 2021
Contractors for the project have scheduled temporary nightly road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass this week while contractors perform bridge work. The temporary road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass are weather dependent.
Thursday, December 02, 2021
NC Quick Pass, the toll collection program managed by the North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA), is celebrating ten years of service.
Friday, November 05, 2021
On or around Saturday, Nov. 6, contractors for the project have scheduled a temporary traffic lane shift on existing Southbound U.S. 401 (Fayetteville Road) between Allen Street and Old McCullers Road for N.C. 540 construction.
Monday, October 18, 2021
Contractors for the project have scheduled temporary road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass while contractors perform bridge work. The temporary road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass are weather dependent.
Friday, October 01, 2021
Contractors for the project have scheduled a road closure on Donny Brook Road from Saturday, October 2 at 6 a.m. to Monday, October 4 at 5 a.m.
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Contractors for the project have scheduled temporary road closures on N.C. 55 Bypass this week
Friday, September 10, 2021
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority is continuing construction of the southern portion of the Complete 540 project, which will extend the Triangle Expressway (Toll N.C. 540) from N.C. 55 Bypass to Interstate 40.
Monday, August 23, 2021
On or about August 25, contractors for the project have scheduled to begin a single lane closure on Jordan Road from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. near the Complete 540 construction site.
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
America’s Transportation Awards has recognized the Monroe Expressway with a regional “Best Use of Technology and Innovation” award.
Monday, August 02, 2021
On or about August 16, Johnson Pond Road will temporarily close to through traffic between Ten Ten Road and Optimist Farm Road.
Monday, July 12, 2021
Starting July 15, NC Quick Pass will resume all regular escalation procedures for customers that have an invoice that is at least 90 days past due.
Friday, June 11, 2021
The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the department's weekly newscast.
Tuesday, June 01, 2021
On or about June 1, 2021, Chandler Ridge Circle will temporarily close to traffic where the road intersects with Fayetteville Road (U.S. 401).
Thursday, May 20, 2021
On or about May 24, 2021, Old McCullers Road will temporarily close to traffic where the future Toll N.C. 540 will cross Old McCullers Road.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Customers can now visit any customer service center in person Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Friday, March 19, 2021
March is International Women's History Month and NCDOT is taking the opportunity to celebrate women in transportation.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the N.C. Department of Transportation brought together a diverse group of the agency's female engineers and leaders in various stages of their careers for a series of roundtable discussions.
Monday, February 22, 2021
North Carolina residents who have an NC Quick Pass have the opportunity to participate in a pilot program testing a touchless payment system.
Friday, February 19, 2021
This week and during the month of February, the N.C. Department of Tranportation will honor and celebrate Black American leaders that have contributed to transportation.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
NCDOT and local transportation partners have launched an important survey of how people travel across the Triangle region to help the agencies better understand local travel needs and identify transportation priorities for the region.
Monday, February 15, 2021
NCDOT has completed the NC Moves 2050 Plan update and launched an interactive webpage.
Friday, February 05, 2021
As part of a pilot program between NCDOT and I-77 Mobility Partners, all medium-size trucks (two-axle) or vehicles with a one-axle trailer can travel in the I-77 Express Lanes beginning February 8.
Wednesday, February 03, 2021
Utility contractors for the project have scheduled temporary, nightly road closures on U.S. 401 between Ten Ten Road and Ransdell Road.
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Utility contractors for the project have scheduled a temporary road closure on U.S. 401 between Donny Brook Road/Old McCullers Road and Ransdell Road on Sunday, January 17 beginning at 6:30 A.M. for utility relocation.
Monday, December 28, 2020
The annual increase of the toll rates for the Triangle Expressway and the Monroe Expressway, will take effect Friday, January 1, 2021.
Monday, December 14, 2020
On or about January 4, 2021, Old McCullers Road will temporarily close to through traffic between Fayetteville Road (U.S. 401) and Advantage Way.
Friday, December 11, 2020
Contractors for the project have scheduled temporary loop closures on N.C. 55 to and from Toll N.C. 540. The loops will be closed from Friday, Dec. 11, at approximately 8 p.m. until Monday, Dec. 14, at about 6 a.m.
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
On or around November 30, Holland Church Road will temporarily close to through traffic between Ten Ten Road and Harvey Johnson Road. Holland Church Road will temporarily close to all traffic between Horse Creek Road and Ashton Hollow Drive.
Thursday, October 22, 2020
NC Quick Pass encourages all customers to look out for invoices as late fees will be assessed for bills not paid on time. Customers can avoid potential fees by signing up for an NC Quick Pass transponder, and will also save 35 percent on future tolls.
Friday, October 09, 2020
Utility contractors for the project have scheduled a temporary road closure on U.S. 401 between Donny Brook Road/Old McCullers Road and Ransdell Road on Saturday, October 10 beginning at 6:30 A.M for utility relocation.
Tuesday, October 06, 2020
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority has overnight ramp closures this week as part of an ongoing project to improve the toll equipment on the Triangle Expressway.
Monday, October 05, 2020
The N.C. 147 North on-ramp from Hopson Road will be closed from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night through Saturday morning
Monday, October 05, 2020
Starting Oct. 26, the North Carolina Turnpike Authority intends to resume billing procedures for people that go at least 30 days without paying their NC Quick Pass invoices.
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Ramp closure this week as part of an ongoing project to improve the toll equipment on the Triangle Expressway.
Friday, August 28, 2020
Three transportation projects in North Carolina are among the best in the Southeast, according to a regional transportation organization.
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
NC Quick Pass customer service centers reopen in the Charlotte region
Thursday, June 18, 2020
River Falls Drive scheduled to close for construction and detour.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Work is still progressing on the Triangle Expressway extension, Complete 540.
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
To protect public health during the COVID-19 response, NC Quick Pass walk-in locations will be temporarily closed to customers effective at 5 p.m. today and extending until further notice.
Friday, March 06, 2020
NCTA wants all drivers to know that routine maitnence work will be ongoing this year for the Triangle Expressway
Friday, February 07, 2020
This week at NCDOT, the department has updates on Salem Parkway improvements, Vision Zero in Robeson County and a reminder about the NC Moves 2050 survey.
Thursday, February 06, 2020
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed two new members to the Turnpike Authority Board of Directors.
Friday, January 17, 2020
Complete 540 construction continues into the new year with new developments across the project corridor.
Monday, December 02, 2019
NCDOT and NC Turnpike begin costruction of the Complete 540 project, which will extend the existing Triangle Expressway.
Monday, December 02, 2019
Drivers have been using the Monroe Expressway for one year.
Friday, November 15, 2019
Work to extend Louis Stephens Drive under the Triangle Expressway will require twice daily slow-rolling roadblocks.
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Representatives from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Turnpike Authority and surrounding communities gathered Wednesday afternoon to break ground on the Complete 540 project.
Wednesday, October 09, 2019
Inaugural ‘Operation Crash Reduction’ campaign beginning
Thursday, October 03, 2019
NC Quick Pass have been operating in the Charlotte are for one year.
Thursday, September 05, 2019
More than 1,700 projects are included in the N.C. Department of Transportation’s 2020-2029 State Transportation Improvement Plan
Tuesday, September 03, 2019
The session scheduled for September 4 has been canceled, the time of the board meeting on September 5, has been moved from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, August 23, 2019
Students in New Hanover County have a fresh batch of school supplies to kick off their new year, thanks to the N.C. Department of Transportation
Tuesday, August 06, 2019
I-77 Express Lanes Travelers will need tp pay their NC Quick Pass invoice soon.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
The NC Turnpike Authority is hosting an open house for residents to ask questions and receive an update on the project now that construction is set to begin this summer.
Tuesday, June 04, 2019
To accommodate new customers in the Charlotte area, NC Quick Pass has extended customer service center hours this week.
Friday, May 31, 2019
NC Quick Pass is reminding all drivers of the benefits an NC Quick Pass transponder provides
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
The Monroe Expressway has been open for six month and is seeing positive feedback from the community.
Monday, May 06, 2019
Transportation Secretary Jim Trogdon named James J. "J.J." Eden as the new executive director of the North Carolina Turnpike Authority, citing his industry experience and commitment to innovation.
Thursday, April 04, 2019
The N.C. Department of Transportation is encouraging people to participate in a brief survey on potential future impacts to transportation in North Carolina.
Thursday, April 04, 2019
The NC FIRST Commission will research the impact that emerging technologies, shifting behavior patterns and changing demographics on North Carolina’s transportation investment system.
Friday, March 08, 2019
The Mid-Currituck Bridge Record of Decision has been recieved by NCDOT and NCTA.
Thursday, February 28, 2019
The second construction contract for Complete 540 has been awarded with construction anticipated to being late 2019.
Thursday, January 10, 2019
More than 1,600 projects are include in the 2020-2029 draft State Transportation Improvement Program, which was released Jan. 10.
Thursday, December 27, 2018
Monroe Expressway NC Quick Pass customers recieve first bill by mail invoice.
Thursday, December 20, 2018
The annual toll rate increase for the Triangle Expressway will begin January 1.
Tuesday, December 04, 2018
The N.C. Department of Transportation awarded a $403 million contract to Lane Blythe Construction Joint Venture of Charlotte for work to extend the Triangle Expressway from U.S. 401 to Interstate 40.
Thursday, November 15, 2018
The N.C. Turnpike Authority is focused on safety and preparedness ahead of the Nov. 27 opening of the Monroe Expressway.
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
With the Monroe Expressway scheduled to open in late November, the North Carolina Turnpike Authority showcased the facility’s all-electronic toll system Tuesday.
Thursday, October 18, 2018
The public can comment until Nov. 30 on the future transportation challenges across the state. Input will be used to develop North Carolina's next statewide transportation plan, called NC Moves 2050.
Thursday, September 13, 2018
NC Quick Pass Customer Service Center closing Friday due to Hurricane Florence.
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Transportation Secretary Jim Trogdon on Wednesday laid out his proposed path forward for the I-77 express lanes project that responds to concerns voiced by residents of north Mecklenburg County and feedback from the I-77 local advisory group.
Thursday, August 02, 2018
All NC Quick Pass services will be unavailable from 7 p.m. Aug. 8 to Aug. 13 due to scheduled system maintenance.
Friday, July 13, 2018
RALEIGH – Two members have been reconfirmed to serve on the N.C. Turnpike Authority Board of Directors.
Friday, May 11, 2018
This week, hundreds of students, parents, teachers and community leaders across North Carolina took part in Bike to School Day, with the statewide event taking place at South Smithfield Elementary School.
Thursday, March 29, 2018
RALEIGH – The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the department’s weekly newscast.
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
NCTA to Provide Technical Information to Potential Bidders for Complete 540 Project.
Monday, February 05, 2018
The N.C. Department of Transportation has launched the department’s third annual customer survey.
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
The NC Turnpike Authority has updated the schedule for the Complete 540 project and set public meeting dates to share information about the project and solicit public comment.
Monday, January 15, 2018
Triangle Expressway Roadway Manager Alan Shapiro and Bradley Young, who also works for the N.C. Turnpike Authority, went above and beyond their normal responsibilities during the winter storm that hit the state in mid-January
Monday, January 15, 2018
Triangle Expressway Roadway Manager Alan Shapiro and Bradley Young, who also works for the N.C. Turnpike Authority, went above and beyond their normal responsibilities during the winter storm that hit the state in mid-January.