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N.C. 105 Widening

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Project Overview

Construction is underway to widen 4.5 miles of N.C. 105 between Foscoe and Boone as well as replace the Watauga River bridge on N.C. 105 in Boone. Construction started on a new bridge over the Watauga River in January, 2022.

Work would help reduce traffic congestion and crash rates as well as improve safety for bicyclists.


Project Funding

​Project 
​Estimated Cost
​N.C. 105 widening from Clarks Creek Road in Foscoe to Boone
$74.8 million 
​​Bridge replacement over Watuga River
​$20.2 million
Total cost​
$95 million

12/7/2023 10:21 AM