Project Overview
Project Update
The Capital Boulevard North Upgrade (Raleigh to Wake Forest) project is moving into final design. In an effort to be as transparent with the public as possible, please read
Frequently Asked Questions.
The proposed project would convert the road from a four-lane, median-divided roadway with partial access control (private driveways and side streets) to a six-lane controlled-access highway with interchanges.
Controlled access means ramps at interchanges would provide entry onto the roadway, cross streets could have overpasses built over them, and private driveways would be prohibited.
The project was studied as a possible toll road from January 2024 to November 2025. That evaluation has ended and the project is proceeding as a traditional, non-tolled roadway.
Design work is in progress for the A and B segments. Design work is not currently in progress for the C and D segments. Design work is anticipated to re-start in late 2026 for the C and D segments.