GREENSBORO – Norfolk Southern Railway crews plan to close several roads in Guilford County this week to install new railroad tracks. The work is part of the Carolinian and Piedmont Passenger and Freight Improvement project.
The following roads are expected to close for the upgrade Monday through Thursday, weather permitting, beginning as early as 7:00 a.m. The N.C. Department of Transportation is sending this notification as a courtesy.
Guilford County:
Wagoner Bend Road, Ward Road, O'Ferrell Street, Franklin Boulevard, Lowdermilk Street, Pine Street, Holts Chapel Road, English Street, Gillespie Street, Dudley Street, and South Elm Street.
A contractor for Norfolk Southern will provide alternate routes and signage to inform drivers of all detours. Drivers should plan ahead for delays and follow all posted signs.
For the latest rail crossing closures, planned and completed work with the rail replacement project visit: https://ncrr.com/cappfi-new-rail/
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