Title
North Carolina Department of Transportation Safety Project on Ardrey Kell Road
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution supporting a safety project on Ardrey Kell Road at Blakeney Park Drive to improve traffic safety in support of the Strategic Mobility Plan.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Debbie Smith, Transportation
Charlie Jones, Transportation
Geoffrey Sloop, Transportation
Explanation
§ The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has conducted an evaluation of the crash history at the intersection of Ardrey Kell Road and Blakeney Park Drive (Council District 7).
- The evaluation revealed a history of crashes for left-turning vehicles exiting Blakeney Park Drive.
- NCDOT proposes the installation of concrete medians to restrict left turns from Blakeney Park Drive.
§ NCDOT will fully fund the cost of these improvements.
§ The project requires a resolution of support for the use of NCDOT Highway Safety Improvement Project funding.
§ This project supports the Strategic Mobility Plan by advancing a safe transportation system for all users.
§ NCDOT anticipates beginning the design phase of the project in fiscal year 2026.
Fiscal Note
Funding: NCDOT funding
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