STIP Number R-5936
The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes improvements on Newland Road from A Canal Road to Shore Drive. The purpose of this proposed project is to improve safety by widening the roadway to meet current NCDOT design standards.
A public meeting is scheduled for:
Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025
5-7 p.m.
Washington County Middle School
Gymnasium
37 E. Millpond Road
Roper
The information presented at the public meeting will allow for individual discussions with project engineers, but there will be no formal presentation. Project details and maps can be found at the
NCDOT public input webpage.
Public Comment
NCDOT representatives will be available to answer questions and receive comments. The comments and information received will be taken into consideration as work on the project develops.
The opportunity to submit written comments will be provided at the meeting or can be submitted via phone at (512) 580-8850, enter project code 11351, email at newlandroad@publicinput.com or at NCDOT's public input portal by
Sept. 23, 2025.
For additional information or to mail comments, contact:
Justin R. Smith
Project Manager
NCDOT Highway Division 1
113 Airport Drive, Suite 100
Edenton, NC 27932
Submit Comments
Special Accommodations
NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this workshop.
Anyone requiring special services should contact as early as possible:
Jamille Robbins
Community Studies & Visualization Group Leader
NCDOT Public Involvement Unit
(919) 707-6085
jarobbins@ncdot.gov
Persons who do not speak English, or have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494.