Projects that fall in this category are, in most cases, complete. NCDOT has created a library of their Web sites to provide access to information on each project's history. Because the sites are no longer updated, the contact information and other materials may not be current.

US 15-501 Superstreet
US 15-501 Superstreet
This project is proposed to improve the operations of the intersection, particularly for vehicles traveling off of US 15-501 and onto Erwin and Europa Drives. This website explains the need for this project, the process NCDOT is currently undergoing to study the project and a quick explanation of the project alternatives being considered.

Project Completion: Late 2007

US 70 Clayton Bypass
US 70 Clayton Bypass
The new highway will relieve congestion on existing U.S. 70 and provide motorists traveling to Raleigh or to the coast an alternate route built to interstate standards. Motorists traveling to I-40 through Clayton will have a faster less congested route.

Project Completion: June 2008

I-77 Rehabilitation
I-77 Rehabilitation
The existing northbound lanes will be overlaid with asphalt and concrete and the paved shoulders will be constructed.

Project Completion: May 2010

US 17 Washington Bypass
US 17 Washington Bypass
The U.S. 17 Washington Bypass was constructed to relieve traffic congestion on existing U.S. 17 once it is open to traffic.

Project Completion: March 2010

I-40 Rehabilitation
I-40 Rehabilitation
To improve the condition of I-40 by removing and replacing the aged and damaged concrete slabs.

Project Completion: August 2008

NC 98 Wake Forest Bypass
NC 98 Wake Forest Bypass
Work on the NC 98 Wake Forest Bypass is currently under way. The 1.55-mile section is located in Wake County.

Project Completion: August 2010

Northern Wake Freeway Interchange Improvements at I-540 and I-40
Northern Wake Freeway Interchange Improvements at I-540 and I-40
I-540 (Northern Wake Freeway) Interchange Improvements at I-540 and I-40.

Project Completion: Late 2010

I-40 Widening Project and I-440 Signing Improvements
I-40 Widening Project and I-440 Signing Improvements
To widen I-40 from 4 to 6 lanes from west of Wade Avenue (State Road 1728) to east of the Jones Franklin Road (S.R. 5039) bridge. This project also includes new signs and interstate route numbering on I-440.

Project Completion: June 30, 2011

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