FAISON – A majority of the pipe installation at N.C. 403 and N.C. 50 is completed in Duplin County, but work at the intersection is still needed.
Beginning at 8 a.m. Jan. 11, Warren Road will close to traffic. It is expected to reopen by 5 p.m. Jan. 13.
During the closure, drivers will be detoured onto Solomon Street, N.C. 403, and U.S. 117/N.C. 50. Drivers are encouraged to slow down and use caution during this time.
Below is the original release on Nov. 10.
FAISON – A new, larger pipe will be installed under a Duplin County roadway next week.
The work to replace the old pipe with a new one is expected to begin at 8 a.m. Nov. 14 at the intersection of N.C. 403 (West Main Street) and N.C. 50 (Warren Road). The work is expected to be complete by Nov. 18.
The intersection will remain open to traffic. However, N.C. 50 will close for up to two days to complete the work. The specific timing of the road closure will depend on the work and weather.
While Warren Road is closed, drivers will be directed to use Eddice Taylor Road, N.C. 403, and Juniper Road.
The N.C. Department of Transportation urges drivers to be alert to crews working and allow extra time for the commute.
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