RALEIGH- The N.C. Department of Transportation awarded Branch Civil Inc., of Roanoke, Va., a $6.3 million contract to improve a portion of U.S. 401.
The project adds through lanes in each direction of U.S. 401 from West Allen Street to just beyond Ten-Ten Road. Additional left-turn lanes will be constructed at the U.S. 401 and Ten-Ten Road intersection to improve traffic flow.
Along with these lane improvements, the project will include grading, drainage upgrades, new paving, and the installation of new traffic signals.
Contract crews can begin work this winter and it's anticipated to be completed in summer of 2026, with the exception of new plants and grass.