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N.C. 105 Widening

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Construction is underway to replace the Watauga River bridge on N.C. 105 in Boone, realign the intersection of Shulls Mill Road and N.C. 105 as well as widen 4.5 miles of N.C. 105 between Foscoe and Boone.

Construction started on the new bridge over the Watauga River in January 2022.

Widening N.C. 105 will reduce traffic congestion and improve safety for drivers and bicyclists. ​

Project Funding

​Project 
​Estimated Cost
​N.C. 105 widening from Clarks Creek Road in Foscoe to Boone
$144,100,000
​​Bridge replacement over Watuga River (under construction) 
​$48,700,000
​Shulls Mill Road/N.C. 105 intersection realignment (under construction) 
​$4,700,000
Total cost​
$197,500,000

9/12/2025 1:31 PM